The nurse is preparing to administer aminocaproic acid to a ...

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The nurse is preparing to administer aminocaproic acid to a client. The nurse understands that this agent:
 
  a. increases clotting time. c. prolongs bleeding time.
  b. stops the flow of blood. d. dissolves clots.

Question 2

The client is receiving heparin by continuous intravenous infusion. While getting out of bed, the client lacerates her arm on the bed rail. The laceration begins to bleed profusely. What is the first action of the nurse?
 
  a. Call the health care provider.
  b. Prepare an incident report.
  c. Apply pressure to the site.
  d. Check the results of the client's last APTT (activated partial thromboplastin time).

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Aminocaproic acid does not increase clotting time.
B Correct: Aminocaproic acid is a hemostatic agent used to stop the flow of blood.
C Incorrect: Aminocaproic acid does not prolong clotting time.
D Incorrect: Aminocaproic acid does not dissolve clots.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Although important, this can be delegated to an unlicensed staff.
B Incorrect: This is completed after the client's condition has been stabilized.
C Correct: This is the nurse's first action as basic application of first aid.
D Incorrect: Although important, this is not the first nursing action.

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