The client is being treated with warfarin sodium as well as a diuretic. The nurse anticipates that the interaction of the two drugs will produce a(n) _____ effect from the _____
a. increased; warfarin sodium
b. decreased; warfarin sodium
c. increased; diuretic
d. decreased; diuretic
ANS: A
The interaction of warfarin sodium and a diuretic will produce an increased effect from the warfarin sodium.
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