Arrhythmias Flashcards
1
Q
Therapeutic INR levels
A
2 - 3
2
Q
Causes of low INR
A
Medication adherence
Medication interactions
Change in diet - foods high in Vitamin K
Perscription of Warfarin was too low
3
Q
Increases one’s INR by inhibiting CYP 2C9
A
Amiodarone Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole Metronidazole Fluconazole Diltiazem
4
Q
Decreases in INR
A
Carbamazepine
Spinach
5
Q
Mechanism of Warfarin
A
Inhibits the regeneration of vitamin K dependent clotting factors (II, VII, I, X) and anticoagulant protein C and S
6
Q
Increase in Warfarin
A
Increase in INR - take longer to clot