The nurse is preparing to discharge a client home with a prescription for ibuprofen (Motrin).What should the nurse instruct as a common side effect of this medication?

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Gastrointestinal (GI) distress is a common side effect of ibuprofen, including symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Shakiness, tremors, and rash are not commonly associated with ibuprofen.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Discharge a Client Home with a Prescription