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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is preparing to administer warfarin (Coumadin), an oral anticoagulant, to a client with a mechanical valve replacement. The client's INR is 2.7. Which action should the nurse implement?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: INR 2.7 (
A) is within the therapeutic range (2–3) for mechanical valves, so administer warfarin. Vitamin K (
B) reverses anticoagulation, holding (
C) is unnecessary, and bleeding (
D) is routine but not primary.

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