The client has been recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and has been taking an NSAID for the last month. Client states they have had no improvement in her symptoms and is now experiencing abdominal cramping. What is the priority action for the nurse? Question 34 options: Tell the client to increase her intake of water. Explain to the client that this is a normal response in the first few weeks of NSAID therapy. Notify the physician. Document the report as the only action.
[Verified Answer]: The client has been recently diagnosed…
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