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WWatsford

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse is performing patient education for a patient who has been prescribed hydrochlorothiazide and metoprolol (Lopressor) for the treatment of hypertension.
 
  What teaching point should the nurse emphasize when teaching the patient about this medication regimen?
  A) It's best not to take aspirin for pain while you're taking your antihypertensives.
  B) Avoid taking over-the-counter decongestants because they can increase your blood pressure (BP).
  C) Most allergy medications can't be taken with BP meds, so make sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist.
  D) If you get an infection, make sure that your care provider knows you have hypertension before he or she prescribes an antibiotic.

Question 2

Once blood is removed from refrigeration, what is the length of time allotted for the blood to be transfused?
 
  a. 2 hours
  b. 4 hours
  c. 6 hours
  d. 3 hours


jordangronback

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B
Blood must be administered within 4 hours of refrigeration, and blood components within 6 hours of refrigeration.


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