Comparing the adverse effects of the antiplatelet drug clopidogrel (Plavix) with those of aspirin, the nurse should draw which of the following conclusions?
a. Clopidogrel causes less GI bleeding than aspirin.
b. Rash commonly occurs with aspirin but not with clopidogrel.
c. Clopidogrel poses a greater risk of intracranial hemorrhage than aspirin does.
d. Clopidogrel carries an higher risk for neutropenia and granulocytopenia than does aspirin.
ANS: A
Compared with aspirin, clopidogrel causes less GI bleeding.
Rash is not associated with the use of aspirin; however, 4% of patients taking clopidogrel develop a rash.
Compared with aspirin, clopidogrel causes less intracranial hemorrhage.
Clopidogrel does not cause neutropenia or granulocytopenia.
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