A person has early onset osteoarthritis of the left knee. The nurse expects which medication will be ordered?

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Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to manage pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Codeine is an opioid and may not be the first choice medication for osteoarthritis. Prednisone is a corticosteroid and is typically reserved for more severe cases of osteoarthritis or other inflammatory conditions. Allopurinol is primarily used to manage gout, a different type of arthritis.

A Person Has Early Onset Osteoarthritis of the Left Knee