Multiple Choice
These medications are ordered for an older-adult client with arthritis in both hips who is complaining of level 3 (0-10 scale) hip pain while ambulating. Which medication should the nurse use as initial therapy?
A) Acetylsalicylic acid 650 mg orally
B) Naproxen 200 mg orally
C) Oxycodone 5 mg orally
D) Acetaminophen 650 mg orally
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