A Postoperative Patient Reports Pain in the Left Lower Extremity

question 13

Multiple Choice

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

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

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