8. Heparin has been ordered for a client with pulmonary embolism. Which of the following statement...
8. Heparin has been ordered for a client with pulmonary embolism. Which of the following statement made by the graduate nurse, indicated a lack of knowledge regarding the medication.
A. I will administer the medication 1-2 inches away from the umbilicus.
B. I will administer the medication in the abdomen area.
C. I will check the PTT before administering the medication.
D. I will need to aspirate when I give the Heparin
Homework Answers
Lack of knowledge regarding medication is proved by following statements:
A- I will administer the medication 1-2 inches away from the umbilical. : heparin is given in abdomen,as it needs to go in to fat layer,ie deep subcutaneous
D- I will need to aspirate when I give the Heparin : aspiration should not be done at injection site to prevent tissue damage, hematoma formation and bruising.
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