Practice Question
The nurse evaluates a client's response to clopidogrel. It would be most important to assess the client for which of the following?
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Correct Answer:
Bruising
Rationale:
🔷 Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that inhibits platelet aggregation to reduce the risk of thrombotic events such as stroke or myocardial infarction.
🔷 Because of its anticoagulant effect, clients are at an increased risk for bleeding, both internal and external.
🔷 Unusual bruising is an early and visible sign of potential bleeding complications and should be promptly assessed.
🔷 Monitoring for signs of bleeding—such as petechiae, bleeding gums, or black stools—is essential to ensure client safety while on clopidogrel.
🔷 Nurses must instruct clients to report any bruising or bleeding that seems excessive or occurs without clear cause.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🚑Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4