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codyclark

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The client informs the nurse prior to surgery that he has been advised by a friend to take garlic pills for his hypertension. The nurse should inform the physician because taking garlic may induce which of the following symptoms?
 
  a. It may prolong bleeding time.
  b. It may cause severe hypotension.
  c. It may cause nausea and vomiting.
  d. It may cause depression.

Question 2

The patient and the nurse discuss the need for sleep. After the discussion, the patient is able to state factors that hinder sleep. Which statements indicate that the patient has a good understanding of sleep? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Drinking coffee at 7 PM could interrupt my sleep.
  b. Worry about work can disrupt my sleep.
  c. Exercising 2 hours before bedtime can decrease relaxation.
  d. Changing the time of day that I eat dinner can disrupt sleep.
  e. Taking an antacid can decrease sleep.
  f. Staying up late for a party can interrupt sleep patterns.



dellikani2015

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Answer to Question 1

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Garlic lowers blood pressure and blood lipids, but inhibits platelet aggregation and may prolong bleeding time. The physician needs to be notified prior to surgery to assess the client for bleeding during the post-operative period.
There is no evidence to suggest that garlic can cause severe hypotension in a hypertensive client.
Garlic is not know to cause nausea and vomiting.
Garlic is not known to treat depression. St. John's wort is taken by clients experiencing depres-sion.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, F
Caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine consumed late in the evening produce insomnia. Worry over personal problems or situations frequently disrupts sleep. Alterations in routines, including changing mealtimes and staying up late at night for social activities, can disrupt sleep. Exercising 2 hours before bedtime actually increases a sense of fatigue and promotes relaxation. Taking an antacid does not decrease sleep.



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