A patient who underwent transurethral resection of the prostate 5 days ago comes to the emergency department with the report of feeling "worse than before the surgery." After assessing the patient and obtaining laboratory results, the nurse notes a temperature of 96.6°F, a respiratory rate of 26, and a white blood cell (WBC) count of 3000 mm3. The nurse anticipates additional treatment for which
disorder?
1. Systemic inflammatory response syndrome
2. Homeostasis
3. Localized inflammation
4. Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome
Answer: 1
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A clinic nurse is developing a teaching handout for patients who are prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) therapy. Which statement should be included in this information?
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