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colton

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Which statement by a patient who is prescribed heparin indicates to the nurse the need for additional teaching?
 
  a. I'll be sure to have my follow-up aPTT drawn when the prescriber tells me to.
  b. I will not take over-the-counter drugs that contain aspirin.
  c. I will get plenty of exercise playing soccer.
  d. I'll tell my prescriber if I have headaches.

Question 2

A patient prescribed zileutin (Zyflo) has yellowing of the sclera. Which laboratory test result is most important for the nurse to check?
 
  a. Kidney function tests
  b. Complete blood count
  c. Liver function tests
  d. Serum electrolytes


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

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While taking heparin, patients should avoid contact sports and other activities that may cause injury. Falls, blows to the body or head, headaches that won't go away, or other injuries should be reported to the prescriber right away.

Answer to Question 2

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Zileutin is a leukotriene inhibitor with rare adverse effects that include liver impairment and allergic reactions.


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