Mr Mark is scheduled for surgery this morning. He is supposed to take some of his medications before surgery. Which of these medications if taken by Mark will increase surgical risks?.
A. Blood pressure medication.
B.Sedative medication.
C.Benadryl.( antihistamine)
D.Anticoagulant.
Correct answer is D.
Rationale: Anticoagulant such as heparin, lovenox or Aspirin would increase the risk of bleeding(hemorrhage) during surgical procedure.
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