A Patient with PAD Has a New Prescription for Clopidogrel

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient with PAD has a new prescription for clopidogrel (Plavix) . Which information should the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication?

• A) "Call if you notice that your stools are black or have blood in them."
• B) "Take the Plavix on an empty stomach as soon as you get up."
• C) "Change position slowly to avoid dizziness while you are taking Plavix."
• D) "You should never use aspirin while you are taking the Plavix."

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