NU308 - EXAM 4 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A nurse is caring for a pt who has thrombophlebitis & is receiving heparin by cont. IV infusion. The pt
asks the nurse how long it will take for the heparin to dissolve the clot. Which of the following responses
should the nurse give?
a. "It usuall...
c. If a dose of the med is missed, double the dose at the scheduled time.
d. Increase fiber intake to reduce the adverse effect of constipation - Ans:✔✔-b
A nurse in a clinic is caring for a pt who has recently began taking warfarin. The nurse is reviewing
potential drug & food interaction risks and should instruct the pt to avoid which of the following?
a. Cabbage
b. Cantaloupe
c. Green beans
d. White beans - Ans:✔✔-a
What pt education should be included for a pt receiving enoxaprin (Lovenox)? (select all that apply)
a. Teach the pt or family to give SC injections at home
b. Teach the pt or family not to take any OTC drugs without first consulting with the PCP
c. Teach the pt to observe for unexplained bleeding such as pink, red, or dark brown urine or bloody
gums.
d. Teach the pt to monitor the development of DVT.
e. Teach the pt about the importance of drinking grapefruit juice daily. - Ans:✔✔-a,b,c,d
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