Aspirin Has Been Prescribed for a Patient Following a Myocardial

question 25

Multiple Choice

Aspirin has been prescribed for a patient following a myocardial infarction. What should the nurse include in teaching about this drug?

• A) Watch for signs of bleeding, such as bruising.
• B) Report any itching that develops after 7 days of taking the drug.
• C) Take aspirin as a substitute for clopidrogrel (Plavix).
• D) Do not skip any scheduled appointments to have blood drawn for labs.

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