Question

A patient arrives at the urgent care center complaining of leg pain after a fall when rock climbing. The x-rays show no broken bones, but he has a large bruise on his thigh. The patient says he drives a truck and does not want to take anything strong because he needs to stay awake. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
A. "It would be best for you not to take anything if you are planning to drive."B. "We will discuss with your doctor about taking an opioid because that would work best for your pain."C. "You can take acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, for pain, but no more than 1000 mg per day."D. "You can take acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, for pain, but no more than 3000 mg per day."

Answer 1

Answer:

D. "You can take acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, for pain, but no more than 3000 mg per day."

Explanation:

Due to the large bruise on the patients thigh, he would need medications to relieve him from pain.

As the patient states, he is a truck driver and needs to stay awake. The best medication will be the one that does not cause drowsiness.

Therefore, it will be appropriate for him to take acetaminophen sold by the brand name Tylenol. It does not cause drowsiness like opoids.

1000 mg per day will not be sufficient, however the maximum dosage is 3000 mg per day.