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cartlidgeashley

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A patient has suffered from a gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Which of the following agents will assist in raising the hemoglobin?
 
  A) Epoetin alfa (Epogen, Procrit)
  B) Pentoxifylline (Pentoxil)
  C) Estazolam (ProSom)
  D) Dextromethorphan hydrobromide

Question 2

A woman was administered misoprostol (Cytotec) in an effort to induce labor, but the care team is unsatisfied with the results. Consequently, oxytocin will be used. Prior to administering oxytocin, what must occur?
 
  A) Four hours must elapse after the last dose of misoprostol.
  B) The woman must have a type and cross-match performed.
  C) The woman must receive a bolus of 500-mL normal saline.
  D) The woman must have her electrolytes measured.


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aruss1303

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

A

Answer to Question 2

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If the course of treatment changes and oxytocin is to be given after misoprostol, it is essential to wait 4 hours from the last administration of misoprostol before starting oxytocin. Blood work and IV hydration are not necessary.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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