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Acetylcysteine is not the antidote for heparin. Acetylcysteine is used to treat acetaminophen (paracetamol) overdose.

Vitamin K is not the antidote for heparin. Vitamin K is used to reverse the effects of warfarin, a different type of anticoagulant.

Fumazenil is not the antidote for heparin. Fumazenil is used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines, not anticoagulants like heparin.

While a monthly calendar could be helpful, a large-face clock is a more direct and immediate way to help the client understand the current time and reduce disorientation.

Covering electrical outlets is important for safety but may not directly address the client's cognitive needs associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Keeping the client's bedroom dark at night might contribute to increased confusion and disorientation for someone with Alzheimer's disease.

Rheumatoid arthritis is not a contraindication to heparin therapy. It is an autoimmune condition affecting the joints.

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is not a contraindication to heparin therapy. Heparin primarily affects the circulatory system.

Thalassemia is not a contraindication to heparin therapy.
Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder affecting hemoglobin production.

Contacting the client's power of attorney may be necessary in certain situations, but involving a family member directly for consent is generally more immediate and practical.

Notifying the surgical team about the client's inability to sign the consent is important, but the more immediate action is to involve a family member in the consent process.

This violates the client’s right to autonomy, unless the client requests or authorizes it.

Placing pillows under the client's knees may help with comfort but does not directly address the prevention of postoperative complications like venous thromboembolism.

Avoiding the use of anticoagulants without a specific medical reason may increase the risk of blood clot formation.

Encouraging leg exercises is important for preventing complications such as deep vein thrombosis, and discouraging them may increase the risk of immobility-related issues.

Adhesive tape is not typically associated with cross-reactivity in individuals with a banana allergy.

Povidone-iodine is not typically associated with cross-reactivity in individuals with a banana allergy.

Anesthetics, in general, are not typically associated with cross- reactivity in individuals with a banana allergy.

Bounding distal pulses are not indicative of compartment syndrome; diminished pulses are more likely.

Erythema of the toes is not typically an early sign of compartment syndrome.

Capillary refill less than 2 seconds is a normal finding and is not indicative of compartment syndrome.

Administering morphine for pain control is appropriate and does not require clarification.

Notifying the provider when tidaling (fluctuation of fluid in the water seal chamber) ceases is appropriate, as it could indicate a problem with the chest tube.

Assisting the client out of bed three times daily is a routine activity and does not require clarification.

Output 200 mL more than intake over the past 12 hr may require monitoring but does not necessitate immediate notification.

A serum albumin level of 3.9 g/dl is within the normal range and does not require immediate notification.

A fasting blood glucose level of 105 mg/dl is within the normal range and does not require immediate notification.

Increased heart rate is not an expected effect of valsartan and may indicate other issues.

Decreased urinary output is not a specific indicator of the effectiveness of valsartan in treating heart failure.

Increased potassium level is a potential side effect of ARBs but is not the primary indicator of the medication's effectiveness in treating heart failure.