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bclement10

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Something is missing from the scenario. Based on his history, L.J. should have been taking an important medication.
 
  What is it, and why should he be taking it?

Question 2

Identify at least five problems from L.J.'s history that represent his personal risk factors.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


matt

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

An oral anticoagulant, such as warfarin (Coumadin) or rivaroxaban (Xarelto), would be given because
of his history of multiple DVT and atrial flutter and fibrillation.

Answer to Question 2

 Smoking history
 Decrease in mobility related to shortness of breath and rheumatoid arthritis
 History of atrial flutter or fibrillation
 Previous DVT
 70 years of age
 Lifetime history of sedentary jobs


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