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Should patients taking blood thinners use precaution with taking a colonoscopy?
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Patients who regularly take aspirin , nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), blood thinners, or insulin should be sure to inform the physician prior to the colonoscopy.
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During a colonoscopy the patient should be placed in the Sim's position?
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