A client is being treated for a thromboembolic disorder.If the goal is to prevent clot formation,the nurse anticipates the client will be treated with which classifications of drug?
Select all that apply.

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Anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents are used to prevent clot formation in thromboembolic disorders. Hemostatics are used to promote clotting, thrombolytics are used to dissolve existing clots, and clotting factor concentrates are used to replace deficient clotting factors in bleeding disorders. Therefore, choices A, B, and E are not appropriate for preventing clot formation in this situation.

A Client Is Being Treated for a Thromboembolic Disorder