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Evvie72

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Foods containing salicylates may increase the risk of adverse reactions in clients receiving salicylates. The nurse recommends that a client avoid the intake of which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Turkey
  B) Pepper
  C) Paprika
  D) Tea
  E) Prunes

Question 2

A client is being discharged from the hospital on warfarin for atrial fibrillation. The client asks the nurse, What can I use if I have a headache? The nurse responds by telling the client that which of the following would be appropriate to use?
 
  A) Bufferin
  B) Tylenol
  C) Ecotrin
  D) Empirin



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C, D, E
Feedback:
Curry powder, paprika, licorice, prunes, raisins, and tea are foods that contain salicylates, therefore potentially increasing the risk for adverse reactions in clients receiving salicylate medications.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Clients taking warfarin should avoid the use of salicylates (Bufferin, Ecotrin, and Empirin) and should be encouraged to use the nonsalicylate Tylenol (acetaminophen).



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