A patient asks how aspirin suppresses blood clotting. The nurse should explain that aspirin:
1. inactivates thrombin.
2. decreases the synthesis of clotting factors.
3. decreases platelet aggregation.
4. promotes fibrin degradation.
Question 2
The nurse identifies deficient knowledge regarding warfarin when a patient states, I will:
1. avoid participating in contact sports.
2. take my medication in the early evening each day.
3. take aspirin if I get a headache.
4. contact my physician if I develop excessive bruising.