A patient reports that she has been having bloody stools for the past month. Which medication can the nurse expect to note on the medication history?

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Naproxen (Aleve) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can cause gastrointestinal bleeding, which may present as bloody stools. NSAIDs can damage the stomach lining and increase the risk of ulcers and bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract.

A Patient Reports That She Has Been Having Bloody Stools