A nurse accidently administers metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Check the client's glucose level.
Monitor the client's thyroid function levels.
Collect the client's uric acid level.
Obtain the client's HDL level.
The Correct Answer is A
Metformin is a glucose lowering agent that could lead to hypoglycemia in non-diabetics B,C,D- Metformin has no effect on thyroid function, uric acid and HDL levels
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Ginkgo biloba is a form of alternative medicine that is used due to its antioxidants and cardiovascular benefits. In addition to these, it has antiplatelet effects which increases the risk of bleeding when used concurrently with anticoagulants such as in clients receiving warfarin
Coenzyme QIO, Valerian and probiotics have no notable interactions with warfarin
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Fluid deficit causes the loss of the plasma component of blood. The levels of blood cells remain constant despite the loss of plasma resulting in hemoconcentration. Hemoconcentration is observed as an elevated hematocrit level on a full blood count test.
A,B,C- features of fluid overload
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