A Patient with PAD Has a New Prescription for Clopidogrel

question 18

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 clopidogrel on an empty stomach as soon as you get up."
• C) "Change position slowly to avoid dizziness while you are taking clopidogrel."
• D) "You should never use aspirin while you are taking clopidogrel."

---

Definitions:

Troubled Marriage

A marital relationship marked by ongoing conflicts, dissatisfaction, or dysfunction, often leading to emotional distress or separation.

Depression

A common mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss, or anger that interfere with daily activities.

Starting To Date

The process of initiating romantic relationships, often characterized by social activities with a potential partner.

Learned Helplessness

A condition in which a person becomes passive and unable to take action to control or avoid harmful situations after experiencing a series of uncontrollable events.