Gastrointestinal medications
Gastrointestinal medications ( 8 Questions)
A nurse is teaching a client about the adverse effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include in the teaching?
Incorrect. Constipation is not a common adverse effect of NSAIDs. Instead, NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea or abdominal pain.
Incorrect. Hypotension is not a typical adverse effect of NSAIDs. However, some individuals may experience fluid retention and edema, which can lead to elevated blood pressure.
Correct. Gastrointestinal bleeding is a potential adverse effect of NSAID use. NSAIDs can cause irritation and damage to the lining of the stomach and intestines, leading to bleeding and ulcers.
Incorrect. Bronchospasm is not directly associated with NSAIDs. However, individuals with a history of aspirin sensitivity or asthma may experience bronchospasm as a hypersensitivity reaction to NSAIDs.
C) Correct. Gastrointestinal bleeding is a potential adverse effect of NSAID use. NSAIDs can cause irritation and damage to the lining of the stomach and intestines, leading to bleeding and ulcers.
A) Incorrect. Constipation is not a common adverse effect of NSAIDs. Instead, NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea or abdominal pain.
B) Incorrect. Hypotension is not a typical adverse effect of NSAIDs. However, some individuals may experience fluid retention and edema, which can lead to elevated blood pressure.
D) Incorrect. Bronchospasm is not directly associated with NSAIDs. However, individuals with a history of aspirin sensitivity or asthma may experience bronchospasm as a hypersensitivity reaction to NSAIDs.