Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The client has chronic atrial fibrillation. Which discharge teaching should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Atrial fibrillation requires anticoagulation, increasing bleeding risk; a soft-bristle toothbrush (A) prevents gum bleeding. PTT (B) monitors heparin, not warfarin, pacemakers (C) are unrelated, and cardioversion (D) is not routine.