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ereecah

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What would a nurse include in a teaching plan for a home health patient with a hemoglobin of 8.4 mg?
 
  a. Exercising for periods of 30 minutes daily
  b. Limiting fluid intake
  c. Alternating activity with rest periods
  d. Avoiding the use of oxygen

Question 2

The nurse assisting in the treatment of a patient with ruptured esophageal varices who has received vasopressin IV will carefully assess for:
 
  a. Muscular twitching/spasm
  b. Hematuria
  c. Macular rash on trunk and arms
  d. Evidence of cardiac ischemia



matt95

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Severely anemic persons need to conserve their energy. Observing a rest period after a period of activity will reduce hypoxia. Oxygen may be used as necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Vasopressin is a strong vasoconstrictor given to try to stop the hemorrhage of the varices. Unfortunately it also constricts all vessels and may cause cardiac ischemia.



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