A patient on warfarin fell and hit his head on an icy sidewalk and has been diagnosed with a subdural hematoma. Which intervention should be included in the nursing plan of care this patient?
A) Administer aspirin
B) Administer protamine
C) Administer vitamin K
D) Administer thrombolytic therapy

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Vitamin K is the antidote for warfarin and can help reverse its anticoagulant effects, which is crucial in managing bleeding complications such as a subdural hematoma.

A Patient on Warfarin Fell and Hit His Head on an Icy