A Postoperative Patient Reports Pain in the Left Lower Extremity

question 9

Multiple Choice

A postoperative patient reports pain in the left lower extremity. The nurse notes swelling in the lower leg, which feels warm to touch. The nurse will anticipate giving which medication?

• A) Aspirin
• B) Clopidogrel (Plavix)
• C) Enoxaparin (Lovenox)
• D) Warfarin (Coumadin)

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