Question # 57

A patient being discharged after PCI with stent placement is prescribed dual antiplatelet therapy for at least 12 months. The most critical discharge teaching point is:

Options:

A.

“You may stop the P2Y12 inhibitor after one month if you feel well.”

B.

“Do not discontinue either antiplatelet agent without discussing it with your cardiologist, because premature cessation significantly increases the risk of stent thrombosis.”

C.

“Aspirin can be stopped if bruising occurs.”

D.

“These medications are optional.”

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