A Patient Who Is Taking Clopidogrel (Plavix) and Aspirin Is

A patient who is taking clopidogrel (Plavix) and aspirin is preparing for orthopedic surgery. The nurse will consult with the surgeon and provide which instruction to the patient?

A) Continue taking aspirin and stop taking clopidogrel 2 weeks prior to surgery.
B) Continue taking clopidogrel and stop taking aspirin 5 days prior to surgery.
C) Continue both medications to prevent thromboembolic events during surgery.
D) Stop taking both medications 7 days prior to surgery.