The nurse provides discharge teaching to an older patient recovering from a deep vein thrombosis. Which patient statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
1. I will limit my fluid intake.
2. I will rest several additional hours every day.
3. I will take my medication every day as prescribed.
4. I will only cross my legs when reading after dinner.
Question 2
An older patient is prescribed warfarin. What will the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication?
1. There are no restrictions to alcohol intake.
2. Do not take any medications with aspirin or acetaminophen.
3. Herbal remedies can be continued when taking this medication.
4. This medication does not usually interact with other medications.
Teaching an illterate patient
Health care - patient-centered
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