Factors to Consider in Prescribing Warfarin to an Elderly Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

Factors to consider in prescribing warfarin to an elderly patient include all of the following except:

• A) Cognitive impairment
• B) Financial status
• C) Fall risk
• D) Dependency on others for warfarin administration

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Definitions:

Attitudes

Mental positions or feelings toward a person, thing, or situation, influenced by an individual's experiences, beliefs, and emotions.

Traumatic Accident

A distressingly impactful or catastrophic event causing physical injury or psychological harm.

Resistant To Change

The inclination to oppose or struggle against modifications to one's routine, environment, work, or beliefs.

Automatic Attitudes

Immediate, reflexive responses that are influenced by underlying preferences and prejudices.