A Clinic Nurse Is Developing a Teaching Handout for Patients

question 16

Multiple Choice

A clinic nurse is developing a teaching handout for patients who are prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) therapy.Which statement should be included in this information? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)"Tell your dentist you are taking warfarin prior to any procedures."
• B)"Report to the lab for testing of activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)."
• C)"Avoid strenuous activities."
• D)"Place ice at the injection site if stinging or burning occurs."
• E)"Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs)for minor pain relief."

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Definitions:

Introduction

The initial section of a document or speech that sets the context, outlines the purpose, and previews the content to follow.

Strengthen

To enhance or improve the quality, force, or vigor of something.

Proposal

A proposal or recommendation, particularly in a formal or documented form, presented for evaluation or debate by others.

Argument

A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong.