A male patient is taking warfarin and is asking about what he can take for minor aches and pains. The best recommendation is:
A) Ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day
B) Acetaminophen, not to exceed 4 grams per day
C) Aspirin 640 mg three times a day
D) Prescribe acetaminophen with codeine
Answer : B) Acetaminophen, not to exceed 4 grams per day
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The patient has been administered general anesthetic and is in stage II (the excitement stage) of anesthesia. What intervention might the nurse need to implement during this stage?
A) Rub the patient's back. B) Restrain the patient. C) Encourage the patient to express feelings. D) Stroke the patient's hand.
Promotion for family-centered care consists of all except one of the following strategies:
1. Emphasizing family strengths. 2. Identifying family coping skills. 3. Developing unidirectional communication. 4. Promotion of family empowerment.
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What will be an ideal response?