An elderly patient you are transporting to the hospital for complaints of feeling faint and having abdominal pain provides you with a list of medications he currently takes.Among the medications listed is naproxen.The patient's vital signs include a blood pressure of 148/92,pulse rate of 120,respiratory rate of 28,and clear bilateral breath sounds.Which of the following would be the most likely condition the patient is experiencing related to the abdominal pain?

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Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cause gastrointestinal side effects, including lower gastrointestinal bleeding, especially in elderly patients. The patient's symptoms and the use of naproxen suggest this condition.

An Elderly Patient You Are Transporting to the Hospital for Complaints