Which statement should the nurse include when teaching a patient about anticoagulant therapy?
1. "If you are cut and bleeding persists after 10 minutes, call the doctor."
2. "Over-the-counter medications may be taken with this drug."
3. "A diet high in green, leafy vegetables is recommended."
4. "Black, tarry stools are common with this medication."
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Pressure should be used to stop bleeding from accidental cuts or scrapes. If bleeding persists af-ter 10 minutes, the nurse, physician, or other health care provider should be contacted.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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