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Cooldude101

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A patient is at high risk for venous thromboembolism and is scheduled to travel on an international flight lasting 24 hours. What patient education should be provided?
 
  A) Ambulate every 10 minutes during the flight
  B) Take a single dose of aspirin 150 mg before travel
  C) Wear antiembolism hose during the flight
  D) Begin warfarin (Coumadin) 1 week before travel

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A patient is experiencing hallucinations. He is belligerent, loud, and abusive when you enter the room. What is the best response by the nurse during future interactions?
 
  A) Respond to him in a loud tone
  B) Use a calm, soft voice
  C) Delegate care to the technician
  D) Place him in the quiet room


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


Cooldude101

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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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