A patient is having difficulty achieving adequate anticoagulation with prescribed doses of warfarin. What information should the nurse offer this patient?

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This response provides a scientific explanation for the patient's difficulty with anticoagulation and is an accurate statement. It is important for the patient to understand that variations in genetic makeup can affect drug metabolism and response. The other options are less likely and may place blame on the patient rather than addressing the root cause of the problem.

A Patient Is Having Difficulty Achieving Adequate Anticoagulation with Prescribed