Anticoagulants Flashcards
1
Q
Prototype
A
Heparin
enoxaparin (Lovenox)
2
Q
Action
A
Prevent clots from becoming larger or other clots from forming
3
Q
Nursing Considerations
A
Assess for active bleeding, peptic ulcers disease, Hx of CVA, recent trauma
Monitor bleeding times (PT, aPTT, INR, CBC)
Monitor adverse effects of anticoagulants (thrombocytopenia, anemia, hemorrhage)
4
Q
Client Education
A
Risk for bleeding/bruising while on this med
