A Student Nurse Asks the Faculty Why a Child with Patent

question 26

Multiple Choice

A student nurse asks the faculty why a child with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) .Which response by the faculty is the most appropriate?

• A) Decreases venous stasis, lowering risks of clotting
• B) Inhibits prostaglandin, which helps close the PDA
• C) Provides long-lasting pain and inflammation control
• D) Reduces swelling around the PDA, making surgery easier

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