1. Warfarin Anticoagulant; interferes with synthesis of Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors, has prolonged action of 2-5 days AE: hemorrhage, alopecia NI: Monitor PT (1.5-2 times the control is therapeutic level), observe for petechiae, bleeding gums, bruises and dark stools 2. What is the antidote for Warfarin? Vitamin K 3. What is the therapeutic level of prothrombin time for a patient on Warfarin? 1.5-2 times the control 3. Which diet best meets the need of a person with multiple wounds? A. high-protein, low fat, high-iron diet B. high vitamin c, high protein, high carb C. high vit A, high calcium, high fat D. high vit B, high protein, low carb B. high vitamin c (wound healing), high protein (tissue growth), high carb (energy) - Also, vit A, E, and minerals like zinc 4. A nurse observes a staff member entering the patient's room wearing a protective respiratory device. The nurse determines care is appropriate if the staff member is caring for which of the following patients? A. Patient with varicella B. Patient with mumps C. Patient with vancomycin-resitant Enterococcus (VRE) D. Patient diagnosed with pneumonia A. Patient with varicella (chickenpox) Protective respiratory device is for pathogens transmitted by airborne route; need private room with negative air pressure, keep door closed, keep mask on patient when transporting 5. Name 4 diseases that would warrant airborne precautions Measles (rubeola) M. tuberculosis Varicella (chickenpox)