A Patient Who Has Arthritis Has Been Taking Ibuprofen [Motrin]

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient who has arthritis has been taking ibuprofen [Motrin] and a glucocorticoid medication. The patient reports having tarry stools but denies gastric pain. Which action by the nurse is correct?

• A) Contact the provider to discuss ordering an antiulcer medication.
• B) Counsel the patient to use over-the-counter antacids.
• C) Reassure the patient not to worry unless there is gastric pain.
• D) Tell the patient to stop taking the glucocorticoid immediately.

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