HESI RN
HESI RN 311 Pharmacology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client who has been taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is experiencing gastric pain and blood in his stool. The healthcare provider discontinues the NSAIDs and prescribes esomeprazole. Which information should the nurse include in this client’s teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Black stools (
D) indicate potential GI bleeding, a serious NSAID/esomeprazole risk, requiring immediate provider notification. Milk/cream (
A) may not help and could increase acid. Diarrhea/headache (
B) are less urgent. Resuming NSAIDs (
C) risks further bleeding without provider approval.
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