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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and is receiving heparin. The client asks the nurse how long it will take for the heparin to dissolve the clot, which of the following responses should the nurse give?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Heparin prevents further clot formation but does not dissolve existing clots, which the body reabsorbs over time. PT/INR is relevant for warfarin, not heparin.

Question 2 of 5

A client arrives to the healthcare setting and is currently taking atorvastatin daily. Which assessment finding associated with atorvastatin (Lipitor) would need immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dark-red urine may indicate rhabdomyolysis, a serious side effect of atorvastatin requiring immediate reporting. Migraine, bradycardia, and elevated HDL are not directly related.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client who is taking atorvastatin to assist in lowering his LDL cholesterol. Which lab value must be routinely done with this medication to prevent complications?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Liver function tests are essential for atorvastatin due to the risk of hepatotoxicity. Platelet counts, lung function, and renal function are not routinely monitored for this medication.

Question 4 of 5

A client who has just experienced a pulmonary embolism is administered alteplase (Activase). Which of the following side effects associated with this medication would the nurse assess for?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Internal bleeding is a major risk with thrombolytics like alteplase due to their clot-dissolving action. Pancytopenia, hypertension, and hypokalemia are not directly associated.

Question 5 of 5

A client is started on gemfibrozil to assist in the lowering of triglyceride level. Which of the following side effects is associated with gemfibrozil?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Gemfibrozil increases the risk of gallstones by altering lipid and bile metabolism. The other options are not associated with gemfibrozil.

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