A nurse is teaching a client about warfarin (Coumadin).What assessment finding by the nurse indicates a possible barrier to self-management?

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Warfarin works by inhibiting the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors.Foods high in vitamin K thus interfere with its action and need to be eaten in moderate,consistent amounts.A vegetarian may have trouble maintaining this diet.The nurse should explore this possibility with the client.The other options are not related.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Client About Warfarin (Coumadin)