A patient is prescribed long-term anticoagulant therapy as treatment for pulmonary emboli. What should the nurse ensure the patient is instructed before being discharged home? (Select all that apply.)
a. Wear shoes at home.
b. Use an electric razor.
c. Use a soft toothbrush.
d. Expect bruising to occur.
e. Restrict the intake of citrus fruits.
ANS: A, B, C
The patient on long-term anticoagulant therapy needs to be instructed to avoid accidental injury and bleeding. The patient should be instructed to wear shoes at home, use an electric razor, and use a soft toothbrush. D. Bruising is not expected and should be reported to the health care provider. E. There is no reason to restrict the intake of citrus fruits.
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