2. A 68-year-old woman has a history of rheumatoid arthritis and has been taking nabumetone (Relafen) 1000 mg po qd for 2 years. Other pertinent past medical history includes occasional incontinence, Crohn’s disease with frequent exacerbations, and well-controlled diabetes type 2. Recently, her arthritis pain has been much worse, and she is requesting additional medication for her rheumatoid arthritis. What would be appropriate additional therapy for this patient? What monitoring would be appropriate to monitor this medication? What monitoring would be appropriate for this medication?
A. Patient history considered in making the medication selection: YOUR ANSWER B. Medication prescribed or changed: YOUR ANSWER C. Rationale provided to include Current literature to support the rationale with Clinical Guidelines: YOUR ANSWER D. Written medication orders with all 5 aspects required for a valid order. YOUR ANSWER E. References for the scenario scholarly, peer-reviewed, the past 5 years to include the appropriate clinical practice guidelines if applicable. Use at least 3 sources for each scenario and cite sources using APA format: YOUR ANSWER