One of the Main Drug Classes Used to Treat Acute

question 11

Multiple Choice

One of the main drug classes used to treat acute pain is nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) . They are used because:

• A)They have less risk for liver damage than acetaminophen.
• B)Inflammation is a common cause of acute pain.
• C)They have minimal gastrointestinal (GI) irritation.
• D)Regulation of blood flow to the kidneys is not affected by these drugs.

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