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    Ati Lpn Paediatrics (Nursing Care Of Newborn) Proctored Exam

    A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from an adolescent who has juvenile idiopathic arthritis and has been taking ibuprofen daily for the last 6 months. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale:A) Morning stiffness in the joints is a common symptom of juvenile idiopathic arthritis and is expected in this client population. It does not require immediate reporting to the provider.B) Taking a multivitamin containing iron is generally not concerning and may even be beneficial for clients with arthritis who may have dietary deficiencies. It does not require immediate reporting to the provider.C) The presence of blood in the stool may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, a potential adverse effect of long-term ibuprofen use. This symptom should be reported to the provider promptly for further evaluation.D) Skipping ibuprofen doses occasionally, particularly if the client missed one dose, may not be concerning unless it becomes a pattern of non-compliance. It does not require immediate reporting to the provider, although it should be addressed during routine follow-up.

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