Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 634 of 2368
A client is prescribed ibuprofen and reports a past reaction of hives and facial swelling after taking aspirin. What should the nurse do?
- Give the dose with food or milk
- Hold the medication and notify the provider
- Give the dose with a full glass of water
- Give half of the prescribed dose
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Correct answer: Hold the medication and notify the provider
Ibuprofen can cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people who are allergic to aspirin.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Analgesics & Musculoskeletal System: Ibuprofen. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026