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Which finding in a patient receiving warfarin therapy requires immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?
A sudden severe headache in a patient on warfarin can indicate intracranial bleeding, a life-threatening emergency. Petechiae warrants assessment but is less ac
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Question: Which finding in a patient receiving warfarin therapy requires immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?
Answer options:
- INR of 2.5. ✅ Sudden onset of severe headache.
- Mild nosebleed lasting 5 minutes.
- Presence of petechiae on the lower extremities.
Correct answer: Sudden onset of severe headache.
Explanation: A sudden severe headache in a patient on warfarin can indicate intracranial bleeding, a life-threatening emergency. Petechiae warrants assessment but is less acute.
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