A client is diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and is prescribed anticoagulant therapy. What should the client be instructed to report to the healthcare provider?

A) Incorrect - Mild bruising at the injection site is a common side effect of anticoagulant therapy and does not require immediate reporting unless it worsens or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms.

B) Incorrect - Occasional fatigue and weakness are general symptoms and may not be directly related to anticoagulant therapy. They may require monitoring but do not require immediate reporting.

C) Correct - Blood in the urine or stools can indicate bleeding, which is a potential complication of anticoagulant therapy. This symptom should be reported promptly to the healthcare provider.

D) Incorrect - Occasional dizziness upon standing may not be directly related to anticoagulant therapy. While dizziness should be monitored, it does not require immediate reporting unless it worsens or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms.

A) Correct - Checking for allergies to iodine or shellfish is a priority assessment after a peripheral arteriography because contrast dye containing iodine is used during the procedure. An allergic reaction to the dye can be life-threatening and requires immediate intervention.

B) Incorrect - Assessing for pedal pulses bilaterally is important in general, but it is not the priority assessment immediately after a peripheral arteriography.

C) Incorrect - Monitoring blood glucose levels may be relevant for clients with diabetes, but it is not the priority assessment after a peripheral arteriography.

D) Incorrect - Evaluating respiratory rate and oxygen saturation is essential in many post-procedure assessments, but it is not the priority immediately after a peripheral arteriography. The focus is on assessing for any immediate allergic reactions to the contrast dye.

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