An Asthmatic Client Has Been Taking Accolate (Zafirlukast)for a Number

question 16

Multiple Choice

An asthmatic client has been taking Accolate (zafirlukast) for a number of years.Coumadin is being added to the client's medications because of atrial fibrillation.What concern does the nurse have related to this addition?

• A)Warfarin may significantly decrease prothrombin time (PT).
• B)The client might experience an increase in BUN and creatinine values.
• C)Less warfarin (Coumadin)will be needed to achieve the desired prothrombin time (PT).
• D)The client will be at greater risk for stroke because of drug interaction.

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Equilibrium Interest Rate

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