A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Mild nosebleeds are common during initial treatment is inaccurate because any bleeding, including nosebleeds, can indicate excessive anticoagulation and should be reported immediately to the provider. B. Warfarin increases the risk for deep vein thrombosis is false; warfarin prevents clot formation and is prescribed to reduce the risk of thromboembolic events, not increase it. C. If he misses a dose, he should double the dose at the next scheduled time is unsafe because doubling doses increases the risk of bleeding; the client should take the missed dose as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next one. D. The client should use an electric razor while on this medication because warfarin increases bleeding risk, and using an electric razor helps prevent cuts that could lead to prolonged bleeding.