A 56-year-old client meets with the nurse for education about a recently diagnosed atrial fibrillation. The client verbalizes concerns about being away from work too long and doubts about the necessity of having blood tests every week, as the client has no symptoms. Which is the best motivational statement by the nurse for this client?
The medicine and blood work for atrial fibrillation can help prevent blood clots that have the potential to cause debilitating strokes. What have you heard about warfarin therapy?
