The nurse is caring for an elderly patient who is being admitted for anemia of unknown cause. The patient has been on multiple medications at home for various ailments
In assessing the patient's medication list, the nurse notes medications that may alter hemostasis, including: (Select all that apply.) a. aminoglycosides.
b. antiplatelet agents.
c. cephalosporins.
d. vasoconstrictors.
e. sulfonamides.
A, B, C, E
Medications that may alter hemostasis include aminoglycosides, anticoagulants, antiplatelet agents, cephalosporins, histamine blockers, nitrates, sulfonamides, sympathomimetics, and vasodilators.
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