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urbanoutfitters

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which statement by a patient indicates additional teaching is required about the medication warfarin?
 
  a. I will continue my diabetic diet and restrict sugar.
  b. I will increase the intake of green, leafy vegetables for a more healthful diet.
  c. I will restrict the intake of foods high in vitamin C.
  d. I will increase the amount of protein in my diet to protect my kidneys.

Question 2

Which clinical management prevention concept would the nurse identify as representative of secondary prevention?
 
  a. Decreasing venous stasis and risk for pulmonary emboli
  b. Implementation of strict hand washing routines
  c. Maintaining current vaccination schedules
  d. Prevention of pneumonia in patients with chronic lung disease


Briannahope

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Foods such as green, leafy vegetables have high levels of vitamin K. Warfarin is an anticoagulant that acts by interfering with vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. If the amount of vitamin K is increased in the diet, the medication dose may need to be adjusted. A diabetic diet would be continued as indicated for a patient receiving warfarin. Vitamin C is not related to warfarin.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Prevention of and treatment of existing health problems to avoid further complications is an example of secondary prevention. Primary prevention includes infection control (hand washing), smoking cessation, immunizations, and prevention of postoperative complications.


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