A nurse is teaching a patient about the acetaminophen prescribed by the provider. Which information is important to include in this discussion?

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A nurse is teaching a patient about the acetaminophen prescribed by the provider.  Which information is important to include in this discussion?

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When teaching about acetaminophen, the first step is to consider the key safety messages that accompany this medication. 
Option A: 'Do not exceed the ordered dose because of potential liver damage.' This is accurate and essential. Acetaminophen can cause severe liver injury if taken in higher-than-recommended amounts, and a common daily limit is advised to prevent hepatotoxicity. Emphasizing the maximum dose and avoiding extra acetaminophen from other sources is a critical safety point. 
Option B: 'Avoid hazardous activities that may cause bruising and bleeding.' This option is not correct for acetaminophen. Bleeding risk and bruising are more associated with anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin). Acetaminophen does not typically increase bleeding risk, so this guidance is misplaced for this drug. 
Option C: 'Use a stool softener when taking this medication.' There is no general requirement to use a stool softener with acetaminophen. Stool softeners are used for constipation management, not as a standard precaution with acetaminophen. This recommendation would unnecessarily complicate therapy without evidence of need. 
Option D: 'Take on an empty stomach.' Acetaminophen does not require an empty stomach; it can be taken with or without food. This instruction could mislead patients into thinking timing relative to meals is critical, which is not the case for this medication. 
In summary, the most important and accurate instruction among the options is that the patient should not exceed the ordered dose due to potential liver damage, while the other statements either mischaracterize the drug’s risks or add unnecessary or incorrect requirements.

A nurse is teaching a patient about the acetaminophen prescribed by the provider. Which information is important to include in this discussion?

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