The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving heparin therapy for a venous thromboembolism (VTE). The client's activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) before heparin therapy was 30 seconds
Which aPTT result indicates that anticoagulation is adequate at this time? a. 15 seconds
b. 30 seconds
c. 60 seconds
d. 150 seconds
C
Therapeutic aPTT values for clients receiving heparin should range from 1.5 to 2.5 times the control value.
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a. "Can you tell me about your culture and cultural practices?" b. "Do you understand how we do things here in the United States?" c. "What matters most to you about your illness and treatment?" d. "Can you please make me a list of your cultural preferences?"
Bathe the infant
A. upon admission to the nursery. B. as soon as possible to prevent infection. C. 24 hours after delivery. D. when the temperature is stable.
The patient remarks that she has heard some foods will enhance brain development of the fetus. The nurse replies that foods high in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are thought to enhance brain development. What food can the nurse recommend?
a. Fried fish b. Olive oil c. Red meat d. Leafy green vegetables
Which structural anomalies are associated with urinary tract malformations?
a. Low-set ears b. Prune-belly syndrome c. Broad-bridged nose d. Imperforate anus e. Malformed lips