A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoarthritis and is taking acetaminophen for pain management. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

Choice A rationale
Placing a sandbag to the lateral calf is not an effective method to prevent hip dislocation. Sandbags are typically used to provide support and immobilization in other contexts, such as stabilizing fractures. They do not provide the necessary support to prevent hip dislocation after a total hip arthroplasty.
Choice B rationale
Placing a wedge pillow between the legs is an effective method to prevent hip dislocation after a total hip arthroplasty. The wedge pillow helps to maintain proper alignment of the hip joint by keeping the legs abducted (apart) and preventing adduction (bringing the legs together), which can cause dislocation.
Choice C rationale
Placing a trochanter roll against the thigh is not specifically aimed at preventing hip dislocation. Trochanter rolls are used to prevent external rotation of the hip in patients who are immobile, but they do not provide the necessary support to prevent dislocation after hip surgery.

Choice D rationale
Placing a footboard on the bed is not an effective method to prevent hip dislocation. Footboards are used to provide support to the feet and prevent foot drop in bedridden patients, but they do not address the risk of hip dislocation.

Choice A rationale

Constipation is not a common adverse effect of aspirin therapy. Aspirin primarily affects the gastrointestinal tract by causing irritation, which can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Constipation is more commonly associated with medications that slow down bowel movements, such as opioids.
Choice B rationale
Blurred vision is not typically associated with aspirin therapy. Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti- inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are involved in inflammation and pain. Blurred vision is more commonly associated with medications that affect the central nervous system or have anticholinergic effects.
Choice C rationale
Insomnia is not a common adverse effect of aspirin therapy. Aspirin does not have stimulant properties that would interfere with sleep. Insomnia is more commonly associated with medications that have stimulating effects, such as caffeine or certain antidepressants.
Choice D rationale
Bleeding is a well-known adverse effect of aspirin therapy. Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation, which can increase the risk of bleeding. This can manifest as gastrointestinal bleeding, easy bruising, or prolonged bleeding from cuts. Patients taking aspirin should be monitored for signs of bleeding and advised to report any unusual bleeding to their healthcare provider.