A Patient with Hemophilia a Is Undergoing a Tooth Extraction

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient with hemophilia A is undergoing a tooth extraction at the dentist's office. As an adjunct to factor VIII, what other drug should the nurse anticipate being ordered for this patient?

• A) Tranexamic acid [Cyklokapron]
• B) Acetaminophen [Tylenol]
• C) Desmopressin [Stimate]
• D) Vitamin K

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Definitions:

Molecular Formula

A notation that indicates the type and number of atoms in a molecule, but not the arrangement of the atoms.

Compound

A substance formed when two or more chemical elements are chemically bonded together.

Organic Compound

A compound primarily made of carbon atoms bonded with other elements like hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

Carbon

A chemical element with symbol C, known for its ability to form a vast number of compounds, more than any other element, due to its four valence electrons.