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Joseph Marshall is a 55 year old who is being seen in the doctor's office for an acute exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis. He has swelling of the hands so severely that he cannot currently make a fist. The doctor prescribes Motrin 300 mg TID. Mr. Marshall has a history of a hiatal hernia and obesity. The nurse tells him to take the medication with meals and to avoid taking any pain relievers containing aspirin.

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Why is it necessary to take the drug with meals and to avoid any preparations containing aspirin?

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What other conditions does the patient need to be evaluated for and why?

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