A Patient with a History of Deep Venous Thrombosis Is

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of deep venous thrombosis is prescribed dabigatran (Pradaxa) . What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication?

• A) Use a straight razor to shave if necessary.
• B) Limited amounts of alcohol are permitted.
• C) A reversal agent for this medication is not available.
• D) The cost of this medication is higher than for warfarin.
• E) Laboratory test monitoring is not necessary for this medication.

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