ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Unit 2 Exam Questions
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A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin.
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A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
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Answer: B - Use an electric razor while on this medication.
Rationale: Warfarin is an anticoagulant that increases the risk of bleeding. Using an electric razor reduces the risk of cuts and bleeding while shaving, which can be dangerous for those on anticoagulant therapy.
Summary of other choices:
A: Incorrect - Doubling the dose if missed can lead to overdose and increase the risk of bleeding.
C: Incorrect - Increasing fiber intake does not directly relate to the use of warfarin.
D: Incorrect - Nosebleeds are a serious side effect that should be reported to the healthcare provider, not considered common.
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