Heparin

Question 1

When giving heparin, assess for _____________ and heparin-induced __________________

Answer 1

bleeding/hemorrhage, thrombocytopenia

Question 2

Patients taking heparin should be taught about ____________ precautions and to report manifestations

Answer 2

bleeding

Question 3

Heparin is a medication in this class

Answer 3

anticoagulant

Question 4

Heparin may be given in these routes

Answer 4

IV, subcutaneous

Question 5

Heparin may be withheld during this, depending on condition

Answer 5

menstruation

Question 6

Teach patients taking heparin to avoid ________ products, especially ________ and __________, unless directed by prescriber

Answer 6

OTC, aspirin, NSAIDs

Question 7

If going home on heparin, patients should be taught this

Answer 7

how to prepare/give

Question 8

Unless directed by HCP, do not ________ heparin

Answer 8

stop

Question 9

When giving heparin, monitor _______________ and for ______________ and increased ____________

Answer 9

blood studies, hypersensitivity, thrombosis

Question 10

Two blood studies to monitor while giving heparin

Answer 10

PTT, aPTT