Question

A 35- year old female patient has been prescribed ibuprofen 400mg TID for arthritis. What statement by the patient would indicate a need for further indication?

a. "This medication should cause less GI upset than other NSAIDs."
b. "Now I won't have to drink so much water."
c. "I know this medication may cause some diarrhea."
d. "I will need to stop taking this medication if I get pregnant."

Answer 1

The patient's statement indicating a need for further indication is option b: 'Now, I won't have to drink so much water.' The patient may not be aware that ibuprofen can cause kidney damage.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement by the patient that would indicate a need for further indication is option b. 'Now, I won't have to drink so much water.' This statement implies that the patient may not be aware that ibuprofen can cause kidney damage. It is important for the patient to understand that ibuprofen, like other NSAIDs, can lead to kidney problems, especially in individuals with pre-existing kidney disease or high blood pressure.