medication review Flashcards
1
Q
anticoagulants meds:
A
enoxaparin (heparin); Lovenox
2
Q
anticoagulants are prevention of:
A
DVT (deep vein thrombosis)
3
Q
administer an anticoagulant how?
A
deep SQ, 90 degree angle in love handles with skin bunched throughout injection
4
Q
anticoagulant: monitor
A
for bleeding, platelet count (150,000 - 450,000)
5
Q
HIT syndrome stands for:
A
heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (low platelet)
6
Q
HIT is a:
A
fatal immune mediated disorder characterized by reduced platelet
