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    ATI Advanced Pharmacology Final Proctored Exam

    What drug might the nurse administer to achieve both analgesic and antitussive effects?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleAcetaminophen is an analgesic and antipyretic but does not have antitussive properties.Choice B rationaleIbuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that provides analgesic effects but does not have antitussive properties.Choice C rationaleAspirin is an analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication but does not have antitussive properties.Choice D rationaleCodeine is an opioid that provides both analgesic and antitussive effects. It is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain and to suppress cough.

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