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Title: A client recovering from a stroke is being discharged on oral warfarin sodium (Coumadin). During ... Post by: brigittmarie on Jan 18, 2018 A client recovering from a stroke is being discharged on oral warfarin sodium (Coumadin). During discharge teaching, which statement by the client would reflect an understanding of the effects of this medication?
1. I will stop taking this medicine if I notice any bruising.. 2. I will not eat spinach while I'm taking this medicine.. 3. It will be okay for me to eat anything, as long as it is low-fat.. 4. I'll check my blood pressure frequently while taking this medication.. Title: A client recovering from a stroke is being discharged on oral warfarin sodium (Coumadin). During ... Post by: Redroco10 on Jan 18, 2018 2. I will not eat spinach while I'm taking this medicine..
Rationale: Warfarin sodium is a vitamin K antagonist. Green, leafy vegetables contain vitamin K and will therefore interfere with the therapeutic effects of the drug. Bruising is a common side effect, and the drug should not be stopped unless by prescriber order. Low-fat foods do not interfere with warfarin sodium therapy, which is not prescribed to affect the blood pressure. |