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strangeaffliction

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Which of the following is an early indication of anticoagulant overdose?
 
  1. Abdominal pain
  2. Bleeding gums
  3. Low blood pressure
  4. Pallor

Question 2

An Alzheimer's patient was started on medication for this condition, and the physician also suggested that he should take OTC Ginkgo. The nurse explains to the patient that this product will:
 
  1. Improve blood flow to extremities.
  2. Stop hot flashes and night sweats.
  3. Decrease gas formation in the stomach.
  4. Improve bowel movements.



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taylorsonier

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Answer to Question 1

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Early signs of overdose are bleeding from the gums while brushing teeth.

Answer to Question 2

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Ginkgo is an option in patients with Alzheimer's disease who are also receiving medical care. It improves blood flow to the brain and extremities and reduces capillary fragility.




strangeaffliction

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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