Author Question: The nurse is providing client education about anticoagulant therapy prior to the client's discharge. ... (Read 114 times)

Arii_bell · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The nurse is providing client education about anticoagulant therapy prior to the client's discharge. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

a. I will still be able to use my grandfather's straightedge razor if I'm careful.
b. I will have to be careful not to bump into things while I am working.
c. I will use a soft bristle toothbrush from now on.
d. I shouldn't use a power saw to cut wood for heating anymore.

Question 2

The nurse wants to avoid administering a subcutaneous dose of heparin intramuscularly. Which of the following actions by the nurse will most effectively reduce the chances of IM administration?

a. The nurse should use only a 1-inch needle.
b. The nurse should administer the injection in the upper arm.
c. The nurse should administer the drug in the abdomen.
d. The nurse should administer the injection in the upper thigh.

joneynes · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Clients on anticoagulant therapy should use electric razors.
B Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
D Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: The nurse should use a 5/8 inch needle.
B Incorrect: This is an area of muscle.
C Correct: This site has plenty of subcutaneous tissue and little muscle.
D Incorrect: This is an area of muscle.