The nurse is assessing a patient who takes warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse notes a heart rate of 92 beats per minute and a blood pressure of 88/78 mm Hg. To evaluate the reason for these vital signs, the nurse will assess which of the following?

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Warfarin (Coumadin) is an anticoagulant medication that can increase the risk of bleeding. The nurse would assess for signs of bleeding such as bleeding gums, nosebleeds, and bruises on the skin to evaluate the reason for the patient's tachycardia and hypotension, which could be symptoms of internal bleeding or hemorrhage.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Patient Who Takes Warfarin (Coumadin)