A client is 12 weeks pregnant with her first baby. She has class III cardiac disease. She states that she had been taking sodium warfarin (Coumadin), but her physician changed her to heparin (Hepalean). She asks the nurse why this was done
The nurse's response should be: A. "Heparin may be given by mouth, while warfarin must be injected."
B. "Heparin is safer because it does not cross the placenta."
C. "They are the same drug, but heparin is less expensive."
D. "Warfarin interferes with iron absorption in the intestines."
B
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An NICU nurse is caring for several infants who are being treated for hypothermia. Which baby can be dressed and taken out of the warmer?
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A client has just been diagnosed with endometriosis. Which of the following would be most appropriate to provide the client with support and guidance about treatment options?
A) "Treatment is essential, so you really need to make a decision pretty quickly." B) "If it was me, I would probably choose the medication options." C) "It might help to include your partner in any of the discussions about options." D) "The test results are clear and another physician would tell you the same thing."
Which strategies are required when nurses prepare to engage in public policy efforts? (Select all that apply.)
a. Acquire knowledge of basic health policy and funding b. Demonstrate leadership skills c. Register as a lobbyist d. Leverage a professional network