Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID's)

Question 1

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Medication Name/ Ending

Answer 1

ibuprofen (advil)
naproxen (aleve)
acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin)

Question 2

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Pharmacological Action

Answer 2

may inhibit prostaglandin synthesis to produce anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic effects
inhibit COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes

Question 3

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Therapeutic Uses

Answer 3

fever
pain
inflammation

Question 4

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Adverse Reaction

Answer 4

gastrointestinal issues
impaired kidney function
increased risk of MI or CVA in clients with cardiovascular diseases

Question 5

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Contraindications

Answer 5

ulcers
bleeding
allergies

Question 6

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Usual Dosages

Answer 6

orally
IV
200 to 800 mg depending on med
every 8 hrs or every 12 hrs depending on med

Question 7

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Administration

Answer 7

use cautiously with anti-coagulants
monitor renal function
monitor for herbal interaction

Question 8

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID’s): Patient Teaching

Answer 8

can cause renal failure
take with milk or meals
caution pt that use with aspirin, anti-coagulants, alcohol, or corticosteroids may increase risk of GI adverse reaction
report blood in vomit, urine, or stool; coffee ground vomit and black tarry stools