The Nurse Has Started Discharge Teaching for a Patient Who

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse has started discharge teaching for a patient who is to continue warfarin (Coumadin) after hospitalization for venous thromboembolism (VTE) . The nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the patient says which of the following?

• A)"I should get a Medic Alert device stating that I take warfarin."
• B)"I should reduce the amount of green, leafy vegetables that I eat."
• C)"I will need routine blood tests to monitor the effects of the warfarin."
• D)"I will check with my health care provider before I begin any new drugs."

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Definitions:

Abbreviation

A shortened form of a word or phrase used to save space or avoid repetition.

High Alert

A state of heightened vigilance and readiness for action, often used in contexts where there's increased risk.

IV Medication

Drugs administered directly into the bloodstream through a vein, providing rapid therapeutic effects.

Registered Nurse

A healthcare professional licensed to practice nursing, responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual or potential health issues.