Which statement should the nurse include in the education for a client prescribed a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?

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NSAIDs can cause gastrointestinal irritation and taking them with food can help decrease the risk of developing ulcers or other GI complications. Therefore, clients should be instructed to take their medication with food. Choice A is incorrect because constipation is not a common side effect of NSAIDs, and increasing roughage may not be helpful. Choice B is incorrect because NSAIDs do not typically cause a decrease in blood pressure, and dizziness is not a common side effect. Choice D is incorrect because while NSAIDs can exacerbate asthma in some individuals, it is not a statement that can be generalized to all clients prescribed NSAIDs. It is important to assess the individual’s medical history and drug allergies.

Which Statement Should the Nurse Include in the Education for a Client