If a client is on blood thinners, what is a likely outcome related to bruising?

When a client is on blood thinners, the medication affects their blood's ability to clot effectively. This means that even minor trauma, such as that which can occur during electrology procedures, is more likely to result in bruising. Blood thinners inhibit the normal clotting process, which makes it easier for blood vessels to break and leak blood into surrounding tissues when there is a disruption to the skin or underlying tissues. As a result, individuals on these medications experience an increased tendency to bruise, leading to larger or more noticeable bruises with less force or minimal contact. This understanding is crucial for practitioners to manage expectations and adjust techniques during treatment to minimize the risk of excessive bruising in clients on such medication.