Which drug classification does Warfarin sodium (Coumadin) belong?
A. anticoagulant
B. antiplatelet
C. antilipemic
D. antihypertensive
Answer: A
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a. "You may experience shortness of breath as a side effect of the drug." b. "You may notice some vision changes while taking this drug." c. "Be sure to brush and floss your teeth daily." d. "Be sure to arrange for regular checkups for potassium levels."
The nurse wants to attend a teleconference, but the price is too high. What might the nurse explore to help reduce the cost?
1. Multiple nurses may be able to attend for one fee. 2. Costs may go down closer to the date of the conference. 3. They may give the nurse a discount out of sympathy. 4. Borrow money from others to pay for the conference.
A nurse is reviewing the health history and physical assessment findings for a client who is having respiratory problems. Of the following data collected, what data from the health history would be a cue to a nursing diagnosis for this problem?
A) "I often have diarrhea after I eat spicy foods." B) "My skin is so dry I just can't keep from scratching." C) "I get out of breath when I walk a few steps." D) "I just feel so bad about myself these days."
A 34-year-old patient has come to the office for follow-up after a left-sided mastectomy for breast cancer
The prescriber tells her that she will be started on tamoxifen (Nolvadex) to prevent the recurrence of breast cancer. The nurse provides patient education and answers questions about the drug treatment. Which statement made by the patient best demonstrates the need for further teaching? a. "I may experience hot flashes." b. "I will have an increased risk of osteoporosis." c. "This medication may reduce the fat in my blood (serum lipids)." d. "This medication may increase my risk of endometrial cancer."