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Which range represents the therapeutic INR range for a patient taking Coumadin?
 
  a. 1.0 to 2.0
  b. 2.0 to 3.0
  c. 3.0 to 4.0
  d. 4.0 to 5.0

Question 2

A patient is taking insulin each morning. When the insulin peaks, the patient should be observed for which signs of hypoglycemia?
 
  a. Nervousness, hunger, weakness, pallor, and confusion
  b. Tachycardia and acetone breath
  c. Tachycardia, loss of consciousness, and Kussmaul respirations
  d. Serum glucose greater than 150 mg/dL, hunger, and confusion


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

ANS: B
The specific INR goal recommendations for each clinical indication is typically 2.0 to 3.0, except in cases of cardiac valve replacement, for which it is higher.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Hypoglycemia is serum glucose of less than 60 mg/dL, which is caused by taking too much insulin. Symptoms include nervousness; hunger; weakness; cold, clammy skin; and change in the level of consciousness.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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