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A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic low back pain and is prescribed acetaminophen 650 mg every 4 hours as needed. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse?
Choice A is wrong because it is true that the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed 4,000 mg to avoid liver damage.
Choice B is wrong because it is true that alcohol should be avoided while taking acetaminophen, as it can increase the risk of liver toxicity.
Choice C is wrong because it is true that acetaminophen content should be checked in other medications, such as cold and flu remedies, to avoid accidental overdose.
Taking acetaminophen with food is not necessary to prevent stomach upset, unlike some other pain relievers such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Acetaminophen can be taken with or without food.
Taking acetaminophen with food is not necessary to prevent stomach upset, unlike some other pain relievers such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Acetaminophen can be taken with or without food.
Choice A is wrong because it is true that the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed 4,000 mg to avoid liver damage.
Choice B is wrong because it is true that alcohol should be avoided while taking acetaminophen, as it can increase the risk of liver toxicity.
Choice C is wrong because it is true that acetaminophen content should be checked in other medications, such as cold and flu remedies, to avoid accidental overdose.