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RRMR

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The nurse is administering naproxen to a 70-year-old patient with poor nutritional intake. What should the nurse assess prior to administering the medication?
 
  a. Blood pressure
  b. Heart rate
  c. Oxygen saturation level
  d. Albumin level

Question 2

Iron supplements are used in the treatment of which condition?
 
  a. Anemia
  b. Osteoporosis
  c. Esophageal reflux
  d. Constipation


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tennis14576

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse should assess the patient's albumin level prior to administering naproxen. Older adults may have decreased serum albumin levels due to the aging process. Naproxen is a high-protein binding drug. Decreased levels of albumin places the patient potentially at risk for high serum levels of naproxen. This may lead to increased effects of the drug or drug toxicity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Iron is necessary for people who suffer from anemia caused by blood loss. Include patient teaching for those on iron, as dark stools caused by the iron may cause a great deal of anxiety.


RRMR

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Excellent

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