The nurse is providing education about warfarin (Coumadin) to a patient of Asian ancestry. The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the client makes which statement?
A. "I may need to have more frequent blood tests."
B. "I may need to have less frequent blood tests."
C. "I may need more medication than someone from a different ethnic group."
D. "I may need less medication than someone from a different ethnic group."
Answer: D
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