An older patient with a history of atrial fibrillation has a fall at home and is diagnosed with a hemorrhagic stroke. What will the nurse assess first to help determine the cause of this patient's bleeding? Select all that apply.

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The nurse should assess the current INR and the dose of warfarin sodium taken at home, as these will help determine if the bleeding is due to excessive anticoagulation from warfarin therapy, which is commonly used in patients with atrial fibrillation.

An Older Patient with a History of Atrial Fibrillation Has