A patient who has osteoarthritis is scheduled to have knee surgery. The patient takes aspirin for MI prophylaxis and naproxen (Naprosyn) for pain and inflammation
Which statement by the patient to the primary care NP indicates a need for further teaching? a. "I should stop taking aspirin at least 5 days before surgery."
b. "I will check with the surgeon to see if I need to stop taking the naproxen."
c. "I will need to stop taking both medications 1 week before I have surgery."
d. "Both of these medications interfere with platelet production and may cause blood clots."
C
Although both medications interfere with platelet formation, some NSAIDs may continue to be taken before surgery, depending on the procedure and the surgeon preference. The patient should stop taking aspirin 5 days before surgery.
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