A client is being discharged from the hospital on warfarin for atrial fibrillation. The client asks the nurse, "What can I use if I have a headache?" The nurse responds by telling the client that which of the following would be appropriate to use?

A) Bufferin
B) Tylenol
C) Ecotrin
D) Empirin


Ans: B
Feedback:
Clients taking warfarin should avoid the use of salicylates (Bufferin, Ecotrin, and Empirin) and should be encouraged to use the nonsalicylate Tylenol (acetaminophen).

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