Solved

A Patient Who Has Osteoarthritis Is Scheduled to Have Knee

Question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient who has osteoarthritis is scheduled to have knee surgery.The patient takes aspirin for MI prophylaxis and naproxen (Naprosyn) for pain and inflammation.Which statement by the patient to the primary care NP indicates a need for further teaching?


A) "I should stop taking aspirin at least 5 days before surgery."
B) "I will check with the surgeon to see if I need to stop taking the naproxen."
C) "I will need to stop taking both medications 1 week before I have surgery."
D) "Both of these medications interfere with platelet production and may cause blood clots."

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents