Question

162. The client diagnose with acute vein thrombosis is relieving a continuous heparin drip, an intravenous anticoagulant. The health care provider orders warfarin (Coumadin)., an oral anticoagulant. Which action should the nurse take?

A. Discontinue the heparin drip prior to initiating the Coumadin.

B. Check the client's INR prior to beginning Coumadin

C. Clarify the order with the health care provider as soon as possible,

D. Administer the Coumadin along with the heparin drip as ordered

Answer 1

162.

Answer - B) Check the clients INR prior to beginning coumadin.

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