A patient prescribed subcutaneous heparin tells the nurse that ...

[leo leo]

A patient prescribed subcutaneous heparin tells the nurse that her menstrual bleeding is heavier than usual. What is the nurse's best response?
 
  a. I will hold the drug and notify your prescriber.
  b. This is a fairly common and expected side effect of the drug.
  c. Heavy bleeding is a concern because you might become anemic.
  d. I will have to give you a shot of protamine sulfate to reverse the drug's action.

Question 2

A patient who has been prescribed diphenhydramine (Benadryl) reports a dry mouth and feeling sleepy. What is the nurse best action?
 
  a. Document the finding and notify the prescriber.
  b. Remind the patient that naps provide needed rest.
  c. Suggest sucking on hard candy to relieve dry mouth.
  d. Reassure the patient that these are expected side effects.

[emilymalinowski12]

Answer to Question 1

B
Common side effects of anticoagulant therapy include increased risk for bleeding. Bleeding from the gums, oozing from cuts or wounds, nosebleeds, and heavier than usual menstrual bleeding can occur.

Answer to Question 2

D
Diphenhydramine is an H1 receptor blocker commonly used for inflammation triggered by allergic reactions such as hives, watery eyes, and runny nose. Side effects of these drugs include dry mouth and throat as well as drowsiness. Sometimes these drugs are prescribed as a sleep aid.

[leo leo]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[juliaf]

Excellent