Heparin-Lock Flush Solution

Question 1

Class

Answer 1

Anticoagulant

Question 2

Action

Answer 2

Inhibits the clotting cascade by activating specific plasma proteins. (Heparin, other than the flush solution, is used to prevent and treat thromboses and emboli, DIC, arterial occlusion, thrombophlebitis, and prophylactically to prevent clotting before and after surgery.)

Question 3

Indication

Answer 3

To maintain patency of indwelling catheters

Question 4

Contraindication

Answer 4

Hypersensitivity

Question 5

Side Effects

Answer 5

Allergic reaction (chills, fever, back pain)