Author Question: A postpartum woman who developed deep vein thrombosis is being discharged on anticoagulant therapy. ... (Read 78 times)

james0929 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A postpartum woman who developed deep vein thrombosis is being discharged on anticoagulant therapy. After teaching the woman about this treatment, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the woman states which of the following?

A) I will use a soft toothbrush to brush my teeth..
B) I can take ibuprofen if I have any pain..
C) I need to avoid drinking any alcohol..
D) I will call my health care provider if my stools are black and tarry..

Question 2

A mother is concerned that her 2-year-old child is having seizures when he holds his breath until he passes out when he wants something his mother does not want him to have. What should the nurse respond to this mother's concern?

A) Seizures rarely occur in toddlers.
B) With seizures, cyanosis rarely develops.
C) Seizures are not provoked; temper tantrums are.
D) Seizures typically occur with fever; temper tantrums do not.

dyrone · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Individuals receiving anticoagulant therapy need to avoid use of any over-the-counter products containing aspirin or aspirin-like derivatives such as NSAIDs (ibuprofen) to reduce the risk for bleeding. Using a soft toothbrush and avoiding alcohol are appropriate measures to reduce the risk for bleeding. Black, tarry stools should be reported to the health care provider.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Some children hold their breath as part of a temper tantrum until they become cyanotic. Breath holding occurs when a child is provoked; the child develops a distended chest, often has air-filled cheeks, and shows increasing distress as the body registers oxygen want. A seizure cannot be provoked. Seizures can occur in all ages. Cyanosis can occur with seizures. Seizures can occur in those with neurologic problems and not just with a fever.