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A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"I should not take a St. John's wort supplement."

"I should use a hard bristle toothbrush."

"I should get my INR checked once a year."

"I should not eat cantaloupe while taking the medication."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. St. John's wort can decrease the effectiveness of warfarin, so it should be avoided.

B. Using a hard bristle toothbrush could cause gum bleeding in clients taking warfarin and should be avoided.

C. INR should be checked regularly, not just once a year, to monitor the therapeutic range for warfarin.

D. There is no known interaction between cantaloupe and warfarin.

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Correct Answer is ["B","D","E"]

Explanation

A. Alopecia is not a common adverse effect of atorvastatin.

B. Elevated liver enzymes can occur with atorvastatin use and should be monitored.

C. Dry cough is not associated with atorvastatin, but it is a known side effect of ACE inhibitors.

D. Jaundice can indicate liver dysfunction, a potential side effect of atorvastatin, and should be reported.

E. Muscle weakness can be a sign of rhabdomyolysis, a serious adverse effect of atorvastatin.

A. Dairy products B. Leafy vegetables C. Bananas D. Grapefruit juice

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Dairy products do not interact with atorvastatin and can be consumed.

B. Leafy vegetables do not interfere with the action of atorvastatin.

C. Bananas do not have a known interaction with atorvastatin.

D. Grapefruit juice can increase the blood levels of atorvastatin, leading to an increased risk of side effects, particularly muscle damage.

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A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

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