Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client receiving IV antibiotics and is focused on anticoagulants scenario 11. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
3. C. Monitor bleeding risk, labs as indicated, and safety teaching.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

C. Monitor bleeding risk, labs as indicated, and safety teaching.

Explanation

The priority action for anticoagulants is to monitor bleeding risk, labs as indicated, and safety teaching. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
• Objective: anticoagulants

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