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karateprodigy

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which statement made by a client receiving (warfarin) Coumadin therapy indicates a need for further teaching?
 
  a. I shouldn't take aspirin while I'm on Coumadin.
  b. I will use a toothbrush with soft bristles.
  c. I will eat large quantities of green leafy vegetables.
  d. I will use an electric razor to avoid shaving cuts.

Question 2

The client has received an overdose of a thrombolytic drug. The nurse anticipates that he will be treated with:
 
  a. naloxone (Narcan).
  b. protamine sulfate.
  c. vitamin E.
  d. aminocaproic acid (Amicar).


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Cheesycrackers

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

ANS: C
Vitamin K is an antagonist against warfarin, and green leafy vegetables are known sources of vitamin K.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Aminocaproic acid (Amicar) is the drug to have on hand in the event of hemorrhage as a result of thrombolytic drugs.


karateprodigy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

Kedrick2014

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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