Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
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The nurse is caring for a client several days following a cerebral vascular accident. Coumadin (warfarin) has been prescribed. Today's prothrombin level is 40 seconds (normal range 10-14 seconds). Which of the following findings requires priority follow-up?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The prothrombin time is elevated, indicating a high risk for bleeding. Neurological assessments remain important for post-CVA clients.