Flashcards in NSAIDs Deck (9)
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What does it stand for "NSAIDs"
Nonsteroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drugs
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What type of drugs are they? "NSAIDs"
Aspirin and Aspirin- like drugs
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What do they do?
Reduce pain and body temp, and inhibit platelet aggregation
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Clients should take NSAIDs with a full glass of _____ or ____ to prevent stomach irritation
Water, milk
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Aspirin toxicity will cause ____ in the ears
Tinnitus
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Teach client to avoid ____ when taking NSAIDs before having the surgery?
Alcohol
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NSAIDs increase /decrease bleeding potential
Increase
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How soon should a client stop taking NSAIDs before having surgery?
1 week
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