A nurse is caring for a client in the medical-surgical unit.

Exhibits

Which of the following actions should the nurse take to decrease the risks for urinary tract infection for this client?
Select all that apply.

Use soap and water to provide perineal care.

Change the indwelling urinary catheter tubing every 3 days

Encourage the client to drink 3000 ml of fluid daily.

Review the need for the indwelling urinary catheter daily

Place the drainage beg on the bed when transporting the client

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,D,E

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Correct. Acetaminophen can be taken concurrently with enoxaparin without significant interactions or increased bleeding risk.

B. Incorrect. Ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be used with caution in combination with anticoagulants due to an increased risk of bleeding.

C. Incorrect. Naproxen sodium, like other NSAIDs, should be used cautiously with anticoagulants due to potential interactions and bleeding risk.

D. Incorrect. Aspirin is an anticoagulant itself and can increase the risk of bleeding when taken with enoxaparin.

A. "I should replace any unused medication every 6 months." B. "I can crush the medication and mix it with applesauce." C. "I can store the medication in the refrigerator." D. "I should keep the medication in the original container."

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Incorrect. Unused medication replacement might not be necessary every 6 months and depends on the expiration date of the medication container.

B. Incorrect. Dabigatran capsules should not be crushed or opened, as it can affect the medication's efficacy and increase the risk of bleeding.

C. Incorrect. Storing the medication in the refrigerator is not necessary for dabigatran.

D. Correct. Keeping the medication in the original container helps protect it from moisture and ensures proper identification and labeling.

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A nurse is caring for a client in the medical-surgical unit.

Exhibits

Which of the following actions should the nurse take to decrease the risks for urinary tract infection for this client?
Select all that apply.