A nurse is caring for a client undergoing treatment with plant alkaloids for cancer. The client is also receiving warfarin for a history of atrial fibrillation. The nurse would monitor the client for which of the following as a possible interaction?
A) Increased risk of seizures
B) Increased risk of ototoxicity
C) Increased risk of CNS depression
D) Increased risk of prolonged bleeding
Ans: D
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The nurse should monitor the client for the increased risk of prolonged bleeding. Increased risk of seizures occurs when phenytoin interacts with a plant alkaloid. Increased risk of ototoxicity is observed in clients receiving plant alkaloids with loop diuretics. Increased risk of CNS depression is observed in clients who are receiving antidepressants along with plant alkaloids.
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