A client with atrial fibrillation is placed on Coumadin to reduce the potential of developing a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The international normalized ratio (INR) is 1.5 . What does this finding indicate to the nurse?
A) Therapeutic range is achieved.
B) Coumadin will be increased.
C) Coumadin will be decreased.
D) INR is too high.
B
Feedback:
Ideally, the INR will be therapeutic at 2.0 to 3.0 . Because the level is low, the nurse can anticipate the increase in Coumadin dosage.
You might also like to view...
A patient is prescribed clozapine (Clozaril). The patient and family should be instructed on the adverse effects of this medication. What laboratory test is most important in the first months of the medication regime?
A) Weekly liver enzymes B) Daily INR C) Monthly creatinine levels D) Regular complete blood counts
Which method of pain management would be safest for a gravida 3 para 2 admitted at 8 cm cervical dilation?
a. Epidural anesthesia b. Narcotics c. Spinal block d. Breathing and relaxation techniques
Which adverse effect is shared among all antidysrhythmic drugs?
1. Edema 2. Impotence 3. Photosensitivity 4. Prodysrhythmic effects
Nurse–client interactions are considered productive when communication is aimed toward
A) Goal achievement B) Compatible realities C) Common understanding D) Sharing values