Question

A nurse has received change of shift report on four assigned clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse intervene to prevent a potential food and medication interaction?

A. Client taking warfarin and consuming green leafy vegetables
B. Client taking a diuretic and consuming bananas
C. Client taking a beta-blocker and consuming citrus fruits
D. Client taking an ACE inhibitor and consuming dairy products

Answer 1

The nurse should intervene for the client taking warfarin and consuming green leafy vegetables, as the high vitamin K content can interfere with the medication's effectiveness.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should intervene to prevent a potential food and medication interaction for the client taking warfarin and consuming green leafy vegetables. Green leafy vegetables are high in vitamin K, which can counteract the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, leading to reduced efficacy of the medication and increased risk of blood clots. The other food and medication combinations listed do not pose significant interaction risks that would necessitate the nurse's intervention.