The nurse is providing discharge teaching regarding anticoagulant ...

[jwb375]

The nurse is providing discharge teaching regarding anticoagulant therapy. Which statements by the patient would the nurse evaluate as indicating the need for further instruction?
 
  1. I'll ask for an electric razor for my birthday next week.
  2. I guess my trip to the amusement park is off for now.
  3. I won't be able to cook anymore.
  4. I'll get one of those new electric toothbrushes with the firm bristles.
  5. I should make an appointment for a B12 injection monthly.

Question 2

A patient is being treated for a thromboembolic disorder. If the goal is to prevent clot formation, the nurse anticipates the patient will be treated with which classification of drug?
 
  1. Hemostatics
  2. Thrombolytics
  3. Anticoagulants
  4. Antiplatelet agents
  5. Clotting factor concentrates

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3,4,5
Rationale 1: Use of an electric razor is preferred for patients on anticoagulant therapy.
Rationale 2: The patient should avoid situations in which jostling or violent bumping could occur.
Rationale 3: The patient should be cautious when cutting food for preparation, but cooking is not prohibited.
Rationale 4: The patient should use a soft-bristle toothbrush.
Rationale 5: IM injections should be avoided.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3,4
Rationale 1: Hemostatic drugs are given to inhibit fibrin destruction, thereby promoting clot formation.
Rationale 2: Thrombolytic drugs are given to remove existing clots by dissolving them.
Rationale 3: Anticoagulants inhibit specific clotting factors, thereby preventing clot formation.
Rationale 4: Antiplatelet agents inhibit the action of platelets, thereby preventing clot formation.
Rationale 5: Clotting factor concentrates replace missing clotting factors, thereby promoting clot formation.

[jwb375]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

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