Practice Question
The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and has received a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
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Correct Answer:
"l understand that most antibiotics are safe to take with this medication."
Rationale:
🟦 Warfarin interacts with many antibiotics, especially broad-spectrum antibiotics, which can increase the risk of bleeding.
🟦 Antibiotics like metronidazole, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and fluoroquinolones can inhibit warfarin metabolism.
🟦 These interactions may lead to a dangerously elevated INR, increasing the bleeding risk.
🟦 Clients should always be instructed to notify their provider before starting new medications, including antibiotics.
🟦 This statement reflects a misunderstanding and indicates a need for further education.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🚑Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4