A patient with a history of deep venous thrombosis is prescribed dabigatran (Pradaxa) . What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication?
A) Use a straight razor to shave if necessary.
B) Limited amounts of alcohol are permitted.
C) A reversal agent for this medication is not available.
D) The cost of this medication is higher than for warfarin.
E) Laboratory test monitoring is not necessary for this medication.
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