A patient had a venous thrombosis 3 weeks ago and is now taking warfarin. When visiting the laboratory to have a prothrombin time drawn, the patient reports drinking ginseng tea to stimulate the immune system. Which nursing diagnosis applies?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ginseng tea is amongst the top 10 herbal products used in the United States and believed to have multiple beneficial properties. Because it antagonizes platelet-activating factor, it should not be taken by patients who are receiving anticoagulants or who have other potential bleeding problems. Thus, deficient knowledge is an appropriate nursing diagnosis.

A Patient Had a Venous Thrombosis 3 Weeks Ago and Is