A client is scheduled to undergo surgery for an ileostomy. The nurse instructs the client to stop taking which of the following for at least one 1 week before surgery?
A) Corticosteroids
B) Immunosuppressants
C) Aspirin-containing products
D) Antibiotics

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Aspirin-containing products can increase bleeding risk and should be stopped at least one week before surgical procedures. Corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and antibiotics are not contraindicated before ileostomy surgery.

A Client Is Scheduled to Undergo Surgery for an Ileostomy