A patient asks how aspirin suppresses blood clotting. The nurse ...

[Marty]

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.

[peter]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

[Marty]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[tkempin]

Excellent