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Analgesics are everywhere—in clinical practice and on the NCLEX. Knowing when to give Tylenol vs. morphine (and when NOT to) can be the difference between safe care and critical errors. This video helps simplify the differences so you feel confident and prepared. What You’ll Learn: - The difference between non-opioid and opioid analgesics - When to use NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) vs. acetaminophen (Tylenol) - NCLEX-priority side effects like GI bleeding, liver toxicity, and respiratory depression - How to recognize opioid overdose, administer Narcan, and safely use PCA pumps - Special considerations for fentanyl and topical pain relievers like capsaicin TRY SIMPLENURSING FOR FREE. Make nursing knowledge stick with SimpleNursing: https://rb.gy/x16hxr Pain meds made simple! In this video, we’re breaking down the most commonly tested analgesics—from NSAIDs to opioids—plus safety tips, side effects, and high-yield NCLEX nuggets you’ll actually remember. 💊🔥 Helpful Links: Analgesics NCLEX Review: https://simplenursing.com/analgesic-opioid-drugs-nclex-practice-questions-review/?utm_content=analgesics_pharm_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com Pharmacology for Nurses: https://simplenursing.com/pharmacology/?utm_content=analgesics_pharm_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com NCLEX Pharmacology Flashcards: https://simplenursing.com/flashcards/?utm_content=analgesics_pharm_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com 👍 Like this video if it helped, subscribe for more nursing lessons, and comment your favorite memory trick or request for the next topic! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:02 Overview of pain medications 00:31 Non-opioids vs. opioids 01:31 NSAIDs and their indications 03:20 Side effects and precautions for NSAIDs 06:52 Acetaminophen (Tylenol) essentials 08:53 Opioids: Uses and key precautions 11:09 Recognizing opioid overdose and Narcan 16:00 IV opioid administration guidelines 19:00 PCA pumps explained 20:12 Fentanyl and its use for chronic pain 21:40 Capsaicin topical cream instructions More Nursing Resources: 🌐 Website: https://rb.gy/x16hxr 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplenursing.com_/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplenursing 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimpleNursing ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/simplenursing #analgesics #nclexprep #nclexpharmacology #opioids #nsaids #acetaminophen #tylenol #morphine #narcan #pcapump #fentanyl #painmeds #nursingschool #nursingstudent #simplenursing #nursingeducation #nclexrn #pharmacologyreview #nclexstudyguide