Chapter 25. Drugs Used in Treating Inflammatory Processes

____ 1. All nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) have an FDA Black Box Warning regarding:

1. Potential for causing life-threatening GI bleeds

2. Increased risk of developing systemic arthritis with prolonged use

3. Risk of life-threatening rashes, including Stevens-Johnson

4. Potential for transient changes in serum glucose

____ 2. Jamie has fractured his ankle and has received a prescription for acetaminophen and hydrocodone (Vicodin). Education when prescribing Vicodin includes:

1. It is  okay to double the dose of Vicodin if the pain is severe.

2. Vicodin is not habit-forming.

3. He should not take any other acetaminophen-containing medications.

4. Vicodin may cause diarrhea; increase his fluid intake.

____ 3. When prescribing NSAIDS, a complete drug history should be conducted as NSAIDs interact with these drugs:

1. Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor

2. Combined oral contraceptives

3. Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine

4. Warfarin, an anticoagulant

____ 4. Josefina is a 2-year-old child with acute otitis media and an upper respiratory infection. Along with an antibiotic she receives a recommendation to treat the ear pain with ibuprofen. What education would her parent need regarding ibuprofen?

1. They can cut an adult ibuprofen tablet in half to give Josefina.

2. The ibuprofen dose can be doubled for severe pain.

3. Josefina needs to be well-hydrated while taking ibuprofen.

4. Ibuprofen is completely safe in children with no known adverse effects.