A 72-Year-Old Patient Who Has a History of a Transient

question 19

Multiple Choice

A 72-year-old patient who has a history of a transient ischemic attack (TIA) has an order for aspirin 160 mg daily.When the nurse is administering medications,the patient says,"I don't need the aspirin today.I don't have a fever." Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Document that the aspirin was refused by the patient.
• B) Tell the patient that the aspirin is used to prevent a fever.
• C) Explain that the aspirin is ordered to decrease stroke risk.
• D) Call the health care provider to clarify the medication order.

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