Coagulation Modifier Drugs

Question 1

Anticoagulants mech of action:

Answer 1

work on different points of the clotting cascade, does NOT lyse existing clots

Question 2

Anticoagulants indications:

Answer 2

used to prevent clot formation in certain settings where clot formation is likely

Question 3

Anticoagulants adv effects:

Answer 3

bleeding, HIT, N/V

Question 4

Anticoagulants contraindications:

Answer 4

warfarin in pregnancy, allergy,