After completing an assessment, the nurse determines that a patient experiencing pain should avoid taking NSAIDs. What information caused the nurse to make this determination? Select all that apply.
A. The patient takes medication for peptic ulcer disease.
B. The patient has a pacemaker inserted for atrial fibrillation.
C. The patient performs peritoneal self-dialysis for chronic kidney failure.
D. The patient takes medication and vitamin K for a clotting disorder.
E. The patient had a total hip and total knee replacement a year ago.
Answer: D
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