Following a stroke, a client has been started on clopidogrel (Plavix). Why is this medication being administered?
1. To prevent stroke in high-risk patients, such as those with prosthetic heart valves
2. To decrease blood pressure
3. To increase heart rate
4. To provide antiplatelet activity in patients who cannot tolerate aspirin
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Rationale 1:To prevent stroke in high-risk patients, such as those with prosthetic heart valves is incorrect because warfarin (Coumadin) is indicated for this use.
Rationale 2:The medication does not alter blood pressure. It is an antiplatelet drug.
Rationale 3: This medication does not alter heart rate. It is an antiplatelet drug.
Rationale 4: Clopidogrel (Plavix) is an antiplatelet drug that may be used to provide antiplatelet activity in patients who cannot tolerate aspirin.
Global Rationale: Clopidogrel (Plavix) is an antiplatelet drug that may be used to provide antiplatelet activity in patients who cannot tolerate aspirin.
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