Author Question: A 59-year-old patient is on warfarin therapy. On follow-up visits to the clinic, the nurse will ... (Read 16 times)

pragya sharda · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A 59-year-old patient is on warfarin therapy. On follow-up visits to the clinic, the nurse will assess the patient for which of the following?

A) Blood glucose level
B) Intake of vitamin K
C) Presence of skin-related disorders
D) Presence of breathing disorders

Question 2

A nurse is explaining the use of acyclovir therapy to a 72-year-old man. Nephrotoxicity is discussed as a major adverse effect in older patients. To minimize the risk of the patient developing this adverse effect, the nurse will advise him to

A) take the tablets on an empty stomach.
B) decrease the drug dosage if initial symptoms of nephrotoxicity appear.
C) stay well hydrated by drinking at least eight 8-oz glasses of water daily.
D) eat light meals every day.