The nurse is reviewing the history of a patient who has a new order for a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug ( NSAID ) to treat tendonitis. Which conditions are contraindications to the use of NSAIDs? (Select all that apply.)

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Contraindications to NSAIDs include known drug allergy as well as conditions that place the patient at risk for bleeding, such as rhinitis (risk for epistaxis, or nosebleed) and peptic ulcer disease. NSAIDs may be used to treat arthralgia and pericarditis. Neuropathy is not a contraindication.

The Nurse Is Reviewing the History of a Patient Who