Question

The ambulatory care nurse is conducting the medication reconciliation for a client who was recently prescribed warfarin. What medication should the nurse tell the client to discontinue

A. Iron Supplements
B. Vitamin D
C. Metoprolol
D. Gingko Biloba

Answer 1

The ambulatory care nurse should advise the client to discontinue d) Gingko Biloba when taking warfarin.

Step-by-step explanation:

When conducting medication reconciliation for a client who has been prescribed warfarin, the ambulatory care nurse should advise the client to discontinue Gingko Biloba. Warfarin is an anticoagulant drug used to prevent blood clotting, and Gingko Biloba is a natural herb that can also increase the risk of bleeding. By discontinuing Gingko Biloba, the client can reduce the potential for excessive bleeding or other adverse effects when taking warfarin.