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A nurse is reviewing a client's 0800 laboratory values at 1100. The nurse notes that the client received heparin at 1000. Which of the following laboratory values warrants an incident report?

INR 1.6

WBC 6,000/mm3

Hgb 16 g/dL

aPTT 90 seconds

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale:

An INR of 1.6 is slightly elevated but does not necessarily warrant an incident report.

Choice B rationale:

A WBC count of 6,000/mm3 is within a normal range and would not warrant an incident report.

Choice C rationale:

A hemoglobin level of 16 g/dL is within a normal range and does not warrant an incident report.

Choice D rationale:

An aPTT of 90 seconds is significantly prolonged and may indicate excessive anticoagulation from the heparin administration. This could potentially be a safety concern and would warrant an incident report for further evaluation.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Increased fluid intake is not likely to change the color of urine and sweat caused by rifampin.

Choice B rationale:

Dialysis is not indicated for managing the red-orange discoloration caused by rifampin.

Choice C rationale:

Rifampin can affect liver function, but the red-orange discoloration is not primarily related to liver function.

Choice D rationale:

Red-orange discoloration of urine, sweat, and other body fluids is an expected side effect of rifampin and does not require any specific interventions.

A. Give diphenhydramine IM. B. Administer epinephrine IM. C. Elevate the client's legs and feet. D. Replace the infusion with 0.9% sodium chloride.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

While diphenhydramine is used to manage allergic reactions, epinephrine is the first-line treatment for severe anaphylactic reactions.

Choice B rationale:

In cases of anaphylactic reactions, epinephrine is the first-line treatment to reverse the severe allergic response. It helps to relieve bronchoconstriction, improve blood pressure, and counteract the symptoms of anaphylaxis.

Choice C rationale:

Elevating the client's legs and feet is not the appropriate intervention for anaphylactic reactions.

Choice D rationale:

Replacing the infusion with 0.9% sodium chloride is not the priority action in managing anaphylactic reactions. Administering epinephrine and managing the client's airway and circulation are more important.

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