A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intravenous heparin therapy for deep vein thrombosis. The nurse evaluates for side effects of this drug by observing for:

Petechiae

Slowing pulse rate

Confusion

Pruritus

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Rationale:

A. Petechiae are small, pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin that may indicate bleeding or thrombocytopenia, which can be a side effect of heparin therapy.

B. Slowing pulse rate is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

C. Confusion is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

D. Pruritus (itching) is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Nitroglycerin does not interact with contrast material.

B. Carvedilol does not interact with contrast material.

C. Atorvastatin does not interact with contrast material.

D. Metformin can interact with contrast material and increase the risk of acute kidney injury. It is typically held before and after procedures involving contrast material.

A. Radiofrequency catheter ablation B. CPR C. Defibrillation D. Synchronized cardioversion

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Radiofrequency catheter ablation is a long-term treatment for recurrent VT, not an immediate intervention.
B. CPR is indicated for pulseless VT, but this client has a carotid pulse.
C. Defibrillation is used for pulseless VT or ventricular fibrillation, but this client is still perfusing.
D. Synchronized cardioversion is the appropriate treatment for unstable VT with a pulse, as it delivers a timed shock to restore normal rhythm.

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Correct Answer is D

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Correct Answer is D

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