A 59-year-old man is planning to undergo a coronary aery bypass. He has osteoahritis and consumes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for the pain. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment prior to surgery to minimize his risk of bleeding from his NSAID use?
Begin vitamin K 1 week prior to surgery. Give FFP few hours before surgery Stop the NSAIDs 1 week prior to surgery. Stop the NSAIDs 3 to 4 days prior to surgery.