Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer dabigatran to a client who has atrial fibrillation. The nurse should explain that the purpose of this medication is which of the following?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Dabigatran is an anticoagulant that reduces the risk of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation by preventing clot formation.