A patient is taking daily low-dose aspirin (81 mg) for cardiovascular prevention. Which needling precaution is most appropriate?
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A
Refuse treatment entirely until the patient stops aspirin
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B
Use finer gauge needles, apply pressure after withdrawal, and monitor for hematoma
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C
Use only intradermal needles to avoid any bleeding risk
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D
Avoid all points on the extremities and use only back points