A nurse is preparing to administer warfarin to a client who has chronic atrial fibrillation.Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor prior to administering the medication?

Choice A rationale

Administering a broad-spectrum antibiotic is not appropriate for tinea corporis, which is a fungal infection. Antifungal medications are needed.

Choice B rationale

Isolating the client for 24 hours after lesions appear is not necessary, as tinea corporis is not a severe infection requiring isolation.

Choice C rationale

Avoiding direct contact is essential to prevent the spread of the fungal infection.

Choice D rationale

Placing the client on airborne precautions is not needed for tinea corporis, as it is not an airborne infection.

Choice A rationale

Disinfecting the wound bed with alcohol can cause tissue damage and delay healing. The appropriate action is to clean the wound with a saline solution.

Choice B rationale

Preparing sterile dressing supplies 30 minutes before the procedure can compromise sterility. Supplies should be prepared immediately before use.

Choice C rationale

Sterile gloves are worn during the dressing change procedure, not for removing the old dressing. Clean gloves are appropriate for removing the old dressing.

Choice D rationale

Offering the client pain medication before the procedure can help manage pain and discomfort during the dressing change.