A Patient on Clopidogrel (Plavix) Is Receiving Discharge Instructions

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient on clopidogrel (Plavix) is receiving discharge instructions. What information should the nurse provide?

• A) "Be aware of food interactions with the medication."
• B) "Take the medication with an NSAID pain reliever if it gives you a headache."
• C) "Take vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin A supplements daily."
• D) "Take the medication with food."

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