Author Question: A client scheduled to have blood drawn for a serum alpha1-antitrypsin level asks the nurse whether ... (Read 174 times)

plus1 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client scheduled to have blood drawn for a serum alpha1-antitrypsin level asks the nurse whether any special preparation is necessary. Since the client has a history of hyperlipidemia, the nurse should explain:

1. A fasting specimen will be necessary.
2. Any lipid-lowering medications should be held the day of the test.
3. No special preparation is needed.
4. A low-fat diet should be eaten for 24 hours prior to the test.

Question 2

A client has blood drawn for an arterial blood gas. When applying pressure to the puncture site, it is important for the nurse to:

1. Hold the pressure for at least 60 seconds.
2. Have a tourniquet available in case bleeding does not stop.
3. Hold the pressure for 5 minutes or longer.
4. Keep the extremity elevated above the heart.

ktidd · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn.
2. Medications do not need to be held.
3. Clients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels need to have a fasting specimen drawn.
4. No dietary restrictions are necessary.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. Since arteries are under high pressure, they can bleed if pressure is not held for 5 minutes.
2. It is not necessary to have a tourniquet available.
3. Since arteries are under high pressure, they can bleed if pressure is not held for 5 minutes.
4. It is not necessary to keep the extremity elevated.