The Patient with Atrial Fibrillation Asks Why She Needs to Take

question 4

Multiple Choice

The patient with atrial fibrillation asks why she needs to take warfarin.The most informative response by the nurse is that warfarin will:

• A)thin the blood to increase the ejection fraction.
• B)prevent clots from forming in the atria.
• C)block the arrhythmia from involving the ventricles.
• D)increase the cardiac output.

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Definitions:

Marriage

A formally recognized bond between two spouses, establishing contractual rights and obligations between them.

Endogamy

A social norm that requires individuals to marry within a specific social group, class, or ethnicity to maintain cultural homogeneity.

Propinquity

The physical or psychological proximity between people, often leading to friendship or other relationships due to the increased likelihood of interaction.

Homogamy

The tendency to choose romantic partners who are similar to us in terms of class, race, education, religion, and other social group membership.