In Developing a Teaching Plan for a Patient Who Is

question 7

Multiple Choice

In developing a teaching plan for a patient who is being discharged with a warfarin (Coumadin) prescription after having a pulmonary embolus, the nurse will include information about

• A) where to schedule activated partial thromboplastin time testing.
• B) avoidance of a high protein diet.
• C) how to obtain enteric-coated aspirin.
• D) foods that are high in vitamin K.

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Specific Weights

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Time Inconsistency

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Monetary Policy

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