The nurse is asked to shave a patient who is taking warfarin (Coumadin) . What is the most appropriate action?
A) Refuse to shave the patient because he is on an anticoagulant.
B) Shave as usual with a safety razor.
C) Offer to wax rather than shave the patient.
D) Use an electric razor.
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