Question

. Identify significant risk factors when a 75-year-old male is using Naprosyn for chronic back pain. Discuss nursing considerations that can be used to decrease risk factors.

Answer 1

Naprosyn is a non steroidal anti inflammatory drug used to treat pain.Some of the risk factors which can be identified in a male aged 75 years old are

• Risk for ulcers in stomach
• Very high risk for bleeding from gastrointestinal tract without any major signs and symptoms
• Risk for getting myocardial infarction ,hypertension can occur
• The chance of stroke is nearly 50% greater than other painkillers
• Increased risk of bleeding if used along with anticoagulant
• Changes in sensory org like tinnitus, blurred vision

Some of the nursing consideration which can be used to decrease the risk factors are

• Assessing the patients medication regimen to know any drug- drug interactions and prevent it by informing the provider and making necessary changes
• Encourage the patient to take medication only as prescribed not to overdose
• Inform patient to report any adverse events immediately for getting medical help
• Provide a fibre rich diet to prevent constipation
• Monitor vital signs especially blood pressure
• The patient can be administered this drug with milk