Question

After the nurse has finished teaching a 68-year-old patient with osteoarthritis (OA) of the right hip about how to manage the OA, which patient statement indicates a need for more teaching?
a. "I can take glucosamine to help decrease my knee pain."b. "I will take 1 g of acetaminophen (Tylenol) every 4 hours."c. "I will take a shower in the morning to help relieve stiffness."d. "I can use a cane to decrease the pressure and pain in my hip."

Answer 1

Answer:

b. "I will take 1 g of acetaminophen (Tylenol) every 4 hours."

Explanation:

Taking 1g every 4 hours will results in 7g of the dose per day. It is important to know that a maximum of 4g of the dose is okay in order to prevent liver damage.

Other statements are right and show a good knowledge of OA