An older adult recovering from a myocardial infarction (Ml) has been taking subcutaneous heparin but is...

An older adult recovering from a myocardial infarction (Ml) has been taking subcutaneous heparin but is now to receive oral warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse prepares to teach the patient which topics? (Select all that apply)

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Warfarin commonly called as blood thinner that is anticoagulant,it make blood to pass smoothly in blood vessels.

If Patient shifting for subcutaneous heparin to oral warferin nurse has to teach him about following things :

1.Advise to take Warfarin at same time every day. 2.Should not stop the drug with out taking advice from your doctor . 3.Common side effects are nausea and vomiting ,tiredness, sometimes coughing out blood ,excess of bleeding . 4 .Educate about regular follow up and Lab test INR 5 .Encourage to take foods rich in Vitamin K to reduce blood clotting.

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