The nurse is caring for a patient with a bleeding disorder. Which medication order should the nurse question?
a. Aspirin
b. Morphine
c. Digoxin (Lanoxin)
d. Thyroid hormone (Synthroid)
ANS: A
Aspirin has antiplatelet action and could increase risk for bleeding. B. C. D. Digoxin, thyroid hormone, and morphine do not increase risk for bleeding.
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