Acetaminophen Dosing and Safety

Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Pharmacological Pain Management

A nurse is educating a patient about the use of acetaminophen for pain management. The patient expresses understanding, but is concerned about the maximum allowable dosage and the risks associated with exceeding it. Which of the following statements is correct regarding acetaminophen dosing and potential toxicity?

The maximum daily dose of acetaminophen for adults is 4 grams, and exceeding this may lead to acute liver failure.

Acetaminophen is safe to take in doses of up to 10 grams daily as long as it is spaced evenly throughout the day.

Acetaminophen causes gastrointestinal bleeding if taken in doses above 6 grams, but does not cause liver damage.

Long-term use of acetaminophen has a lower risk for kidney damage compared to other non-opioid analgesics.

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