A nurse is admitting a patient with immune thrombocytopenic purpura to the unit. In completing the
Admission assessment, the nurse must be alert for what medications that potentially alter platelet function? Select all that apply.

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The nurse must be alert for sulfa-containing medications and others that alter platelet function (e.g., aspirin-based or other NSAIDs). Antihypertensive drugs and the penicillins do not alter platelet function.

A Nurse Is Admitting a Patient with Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura