NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
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An analgesic drug that relieves pain and fever, but does not reduce inflammation:
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NSAIDS
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Acetaminophen
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Ibuprofen
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Anticonvulsants
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is known as a non-aspirin pain reliever. It is NOT an NSAID, which is described below. Acetaminophen relieves fever and headaches, and other common aches and pains. It does not relieve inflammation.
Detailed explanation-2: -Acetaminophen does not possess any anti-inflammatory activity, because it is a very weak inhibitor of COX and does not inhibit neutrophil activation (Hanel and Lands, 1982).
Detailed explanation-3: -Acetaminophen (APAP-also known as paracetamol in many countries) is a non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic agent used to treat pain and fever. It is used as a single agent for mild to moderate pain and combined with an opioid analgesic for severe pain.
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