Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question

The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of warfarin (Coumadin). The client’s INR is 3.5. What action should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An INR of 3.5 is above the therapeutic range (2–3 for most conditions), indicating increased bleeding risk. The nurse should withhold the dose and notify the physician for further orders. Adjusting the dose independently is unsafe.

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