A Patient Who Takes Warfarin for Atrial Fibrillation Undergoes Hip

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient who takes warfarin for atrial fibrillation undergoes hip replacement surgery. On the second postoperative day, the nurse assesses the patient and notes an oxygen saturation of 83%, pleuritic chest pain, shortness of breath, and hemoptysis. The nurse will contact the provider to report possible ____ and request an order for ____.

• A) congestive heart failure; furosemide [Lasix]
• B) hemorrhage; vitamin K (phytonadione)
• C) myocardial infarction; tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)
• D) pulmonary embolism; heparin

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Definitions:

TP Valve

Temperature Pressure Relief Valve; a safety device on water heaters to release water should either the temperature or pressure get too high, preventing potential explosions.

Trailer Air Supply

The system that provides compressed air from the tractor to the trailer for operating air brakes and other pneumatic systems.

Highway Tractors

Trucks designed primarily for long-haul transportation over highways, often equipped with sleeping compartments.

Brake Drum

A component of drum brake systems where brake shoes press against the inner surface to slow or stop a vehicle.