A Child Is Taking Desmopressin Acetate (DDAVP)for Von Willebrand's Disease

question 28

Multiple Choice

A child is taking desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) for von Willebrand's disease.What teaching about this medication does the nurse provide?

• A) Avoid products with aspirin (salicylate) in them.
• B) Get a new needle for each injection.
• C) Monitor your child's weight and report a gain.
• D) Use ice packs and pressure for epistaxis.

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