The nurse is taking a medication history of a patient who is to undergo surgery the next morning. Which medication requires immediate notification of the surgeon?

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Warfarin (Coumadin) is an anticoagulant that increases the risk of bleeding during surgery. It is crucial for the surgeon to be aware of a patient taking Warfarin to manage the risk appropriately.

The Nurse Is Taking a Medication History of a Patient