A Patient Who Is Taking Clopidogrel (Plavix) and Aspirin Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient who is taking clopidogrel (Plavix) and aspirin is preparing for orthopedic surgery. The nurse will consult with the surgeon and provide which instruction to the patient?

• A) Continue taking aspirin and stop taking clopidogrel 2 weeks prior to surgery.
• B) Continue taking clopidogrel and stop taking aspirin 5 days prior to surgery.
• C) Continue both medications to prevent thromboembolic events during surgery.
• D) Stop taking both medications 7 days prior to surgery.

---

Definitions:

Budgeting Formulas

Mathematical expressions or equations used to calculate, allocate, and manage financial resources over a specific period.

Direct Materials

Materials that become an integral part of a finished product and whose costs can be conveniently traced to it.

Units

A measure or quantity chosen as a standard to express the size, amount, or dimension of something.

Flexible Budget

A budget model that modifies its allocations to reflect changes in operational activity levels, improving accuracy in financial planning and performance evaluation.