A postoperative patient reports pain in the left lower extremity. The nurse notes swelling in the lower leg, which feels warm to touch. The nurse will anticipate giving which medication?
a. Aspirin
b. Clopidogrel (Plavix)
c. Enoxaparin (Lovenox)
d. Warfarin (Coumadin)
ANS: C
Enoxaparin is a low-molecular-weight heparin and is used in situations requiring rapid onset of anticoagulant effects, such as massive DVT. Aspirin, clopidogrel, and warfarin are useful for primary prevention but are not used when rapid anticoagulation is required.
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1. Lithium toxicity 2. Steven-Johnson syndrome 3. Aplastic anemia 4. QT interval prolongation
The client diagnosed with the Huntington gene but who has no symptoms asks for options related to family planning. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "Most clients with the Huntington gene do not pass Huntington disease on to their offspring." B. "I understand that they can diagnose the presence of this disease in embryos. Therefore, you could select a healthy embryo from your fertilized eggs for im-plantation to avoid passing on Huntington disease." C. "There is a limited need for family planning, because one of the hallmarks of Huntington disease is infertility." D. "Tell me more specifically what information you need about family planning, so that I can direct you to the right information or health care provider."
Describe the function of the right atrium of the heart
What will be an ideal response?
The nurse is preparing a class for expectant fathers. Which information should the nurse include?
1. Siblings adjust readily to the new baby. 2. Sexual activity is safe for normal pregnancy. 3. The expectant mother decides the feeding method. 4. Fathers are expected to be involved in labor and birth.