The nurse is providing care to a client who may need a chest tube inserted during a surgical procedure.Which medications on the client's medication administration record (MAR)would cause the nurse to notify the health care provider prior to surgery?

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Aspirin, Warfarin, and Heparin are anticoagulants or blood thinners that increase the risk of bleeding, which is a concern during and after surgery requiring a chest tube insertion. Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen are pain relievers and do not have the same bleeding risk.

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