Asked by Santiago Saguir on May 05, 2024

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The nurse is documenting a medication history for the surgical patient in preadmission testing.Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the patient to withhold in preparation for surgery?

A) Ibuprofen.
B) Acetaminophen.
C) Vitamin C.
D) Miconazole.

Ibuprofen

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to reduce fever, pain, and inflammation in the body.

Preoperative Education

The process of providing information and knowledge to a patient about the surgery they are going to undergo, including potential risks, benefits, and postoperative care, to prepare them mentally and physically.

  • Realize and manage the need for complete pre-operation assessments to determine a baseline, formulate care plans, and teach the patient and their family.
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Sarah-gabrielle CasimirMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)such as ibuprofen inhibit platelet aggregation and prolong bleeding time,thereby increasing susceptibility to postoperative bleeding.Acetaminophen is a pain reliever;vitamin C actually assists in wound healing;and miconazole is an antifungal.None of these three has any special implications for surgery.