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The nurse is informed that a client with a large surgical incision is being transferred from the intensive care unit to the surgical unit. What medication does the nurse anticipate the physician will order for this client?

The nurse is informed that a client with a large surgical incision is being transferred from the intensive care unit to the surgical unit. What medication does the nurse anticipate the physician will order for this client? Correct Answer Ascorbic acid

Concept:-

  • Surgical incision: During the surgery, a cut is made through the skin is known as an Incision. It is also called a surgical wound.
  • Ascorbic acid:  Ascorbic acid is a scientific name for Vitamin C and can help speed the healing process of wounds.

Uses of Ascorbic acid:  

  • found in a class of medications called antioxidants.
  •  Needed by the body to help wounds heal.
  • Increases the absorption of iron from plant foods, and supports the immune system

Side effect:

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Heartburn may occur
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Severe dizziness
  • Trouble breathing.

Additional Information

  • Mephyton: It is used to treat vitamin K deficiency and to treat certain bleeding or blood clotting problems.
  • Vitamin B12 complex: It is used to treat vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, alcoholism, or during pregnancy.
  • Vitamin A: It is most commonly used for treating vitamin A deficiency.

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