A patient on clopidogrel (Plavix) is receiving discharge instructions. What information should the nurse provide?
1. "Be aware of food interactions with the medication.".
2. "Take the medication with an NSAID pain reliever if it gives you a headache.".
3. "Take vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin A supplements daily.".
4. "Take the medication with food.".
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Rationale 1: Clopidogrel does not have the same food–drug interactions as some of the other antiplatelet medications.
Rationale 2: NSAID pain relievers should be avoided, as bleeding may occur.
Rationale 3: Clopidogrel interacts with vitamin A.
Rationale 4: Clopidogrel should be taken with food.
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