The pediatric nurse is caring for a child recently diagnosed with transient synovitis of the hip.Which medication order is most appropriate for this child?

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This disorder is treated with NSAIDs.Acetaminophen is not an NSAID,although the dose listed is a safe dose.Prednisone is also not an NSAID,although the dose listed is a safe dose. Ibuprofen and Naproxen are both NSAIDs.The dose of ibuprofen is correct; the safe dose for naproxen is 10-15 mg/kg/dose every 12 hours.

The Pediatric Nurse Is Caring for a Child Recently Diagnosed