A Patient Who Has Osteoarthritis with Mild to Moderate Pain

A patient who has osteoarthritis with mild to moderate pain asks the nurse about taking over-the-counter ibuprofen (Motrin) .What will the nurse tell this patient?

A) "It may take several weeks to achieve therapeutic effects."
B) "Unlike aspirin, there is no increased risk of bleeding with ibuprofen."
C) "Take ibuprofen twice daily for maximum analgesic benefit."
D) "Combine ibuprofen with acetaminophen for best effect."

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