A patient is diagnosed with septic shock and is being evaluated for administration of drotrecogin alfa (Xigris). Which of the following factors would absolutely contraindicate administration of the drug to this patient?
a. The patient's INR is 2.
b. The patient experienced a hemorrhagic stroke 1 month ago.
c. The patient has been receiving aspirin (81 mg) daily for the past week.
d. The patient had been receiving warfarin (Coumadin) up until 1 week ago.
Question 2
A graduate nurse, in conjunction with the registered nurse, is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease).
The nurse asks the graduate nurse, What neurotransmitter would be most affected by riluzole (Rilutek)? Which of the following would be a correct response by the graduate nurse?
a. Dopamine
b. Glutamate
c. GABA
d. Norepinephrine
Assessing Palpebral Conjunctiva, Patient Position
) Intradermal drug administration: (c) the needle is inserted, bevel up at 10–15°
Building competency in patient centered care
It is important to act concerned when a patient is upset.
A physical therapist exercising the patient’s leg in a physical therapy department.
National Patient Safety Goals for Acute-Care Hospitals