06.02 Warfarin (Coumadin)

• Question 1 of 2

A client is taking warfarin for a clotting disorder. Which of the following dietary restrictions should the nurse include while educating this client about warfarin? Select all that apply.

• One to three drinks of alcohol are allowed each day with warfarin
• The client should avoid foods high in vitamin K
• The client would benefit from adding supplements such as ginger and gingko to the diet
• The client should avoid cranberry juice
• The client may take warfarin on a full or empty stomach

• Question 2 of 2

A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of warfarin to a client. Based on the nurse’s knowledge of this drug, the nurse knows to monitor for which of the following side effects?

• Shortness of breath
• Back pain
• Black stools
• Constipation