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lb_gilbert · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse instructs a client receiving warfarin about the importance of consistent intake of dietary vitamin K to decrease fluctuations in PT/INR.

The nurse determines that the client understands the instructions when he identifies which foods as containing vitamin K? Select all that apply.

A) Broccoli
B) Cauliflower
C) Fish
D) Yogurt
E) Chicken

Question 2

A client is receiving streptokinase. The nurse understands that which of the following would occur? Select all that apply.

A) Breakdown of existing thrombi
B) Reopening of occluded blood vessels
C) Prevention of tissue necrosis
D) Decreased risk of internal bleeding
E) Prevention of formation of a thrombus

kaillie · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D
Feedback:
Foods high in vitamin K include leafy green vegetables, beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, cheese, fish, and yogurt.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, C
Feedback:
Streptokinase is a thrombolytic drug. Thrombolytic drugs break down existing thrombi, reopen blood vessels after occlusion, and prevent tissue necrosis.