A Patient Who Requires Daily Use of a Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory

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Multiple Choice

A patient who requires daily use of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ( NSAID ) for management of severe rheumatoid arthritis has recently developed melena. The nurse will anticipate teaching the patient about

• A) substitution of acetaminophen ( Tylenol ) for the NSAID.
• B) use of enteric-coated NSAIDs to reduce gastric irritation.
• C) reasons for using corticosteroids to treat the rheumatoid arthritis.
• D) the benefits of misoprostol ( Cytotec ) in protecting the gastrointestinal ( GI ) mucosa.

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Definitions:

Sensual Pleasure

Refers to the gratification derived from satisfying one's senses, often relating to touch, taste, smell, sight, and sound.

Dominant Source

This term refers to the primary or most influential factor in a given context, often used in the fields of communication, psychology, and environmental studies.

Mouth

An opening in the body where food is ingested and vocalizations emerge, encompassing structures such as the lips, tongue, teeth, and the beginning of the digestive tract.

Oral Stage

The first stage in Freud's psychosexual development theory, occurring from birth to 18 months, where the infant's pleasure centers on oral activities like sucking.