A Parent Wants to Know Why Acetaminophen Should Only Be

question 24

Multiple Choice

A parent wants to know why acetaminophen should only be given for 2 days for a fever without checking with the provider.What response by the nurse is best?

• A) Acetaminophen is a dangerous drug with bad side effects.
• B) Long-term acetaminophen use can cause liver damage.
• C) There may be better fever relievers you could use.
• D) What if there were something seriously wrong with your child?

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