Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a female client with rheumatoid arthritis, the client asks the nurse if it is safe to take aspirin. The nurse should recognize which of the following contraindications is of most concern?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Bloody stools may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, which aspirin can exacerbate due to its anticoagulant properties. The other options are not contraindications for aspirin use.