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  1. A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted. Which action should the nurse implement? Flush the lumen with the saline solution and administer Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The charge nurse is reviewing the admission history and physical data for four clients newly admitted to the unit. An infusion of heparin is established. 25 by mouth every day. 9% sodium chloride 250 ml to infuse at 800 units/hour. Which statement by the student indicates that teaching has been effective? 1. 2 Apply prolonged pressure to the IM site after the injection. Have two nurses independently monitor the client’s heparin infusion. When a visitor suddenly becomes weak and dizzy, A nurse working on the acute-care medical surgical floor is caring for an older adullt client originally admitted for severe hypertension and stroke. 3 The nurse administers dabigatran [Pradaxa] orally to a Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client who has DVT and is prescribed heparin by continuous IV infusion at 1,200 units/hr. 9% sodium Question: A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep vein thrombosis. The prescription is for 26 units/kg/hr and the client weighs 220 lb. B) Prepare to administer alteplase. Which assessment finding most likely relates to an adverse effect of heparin, 3. Discontinue the heparin A postpartum client receiving a continuous heparin infusion for a deep vein thrombosis has an activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) of 98 seconds. What hourly unit dose Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse admits a client into the emergency department with shortness of breath, chest tightness, and wheezing. What flow rate should the nurse set the IV infusion pump rate at? Round to the nearest whole number. The IV infusion pump for a patient receiving an IV therapy begins to alarm and displays occlusion. After adminstering a bolus dose of 80 units/kg, the nurse calculates the infusion rate for the heparin solution at 18 units/kg/hour. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. flush with 20 mL 0. Intravenous heparin is continuously administered for therapeutic anticoagulation, while intermittent subcutaneous Heparin in a fixed low dose of 5000 U SC every 8 or 12 hours is an effective and safe form of prophylaxis in medical and surgical patients at risk of venous thromboembolism. How many mL will the nurse give to the client? The nurse is caring for a client admitted with heart failure. Notify the health care provider. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump?. Assess the client for bleeding. Aspirate before injection of the medication. A client is admitted to the unit with a deep vein thrombosis in the left calf. A client was admitted with a diagnosis of Type II diabetes. Ecchymosis Rationale: The client who receives a continuous IV infusion of heparin sodium is at risk for bleeding. Angioedema 5. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The health care provider is planning to discontinue total parenteral nutrition for a patient who has been receiving it for 3 weeks after an episode of severe gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. B) Encourage the patient to seek care A nurse is preparing to administer epinephrine 10 mcg/min by continuous IV infusion. "deltoid" C. Provide Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer oxytocin to induce labor in a pregnant client at term gestation. Lisinopril 4 The nurse is preparing to give a client's prescribed ceftazidime dose. 30-year-old with pre-eclampsia, BP Nursing; Nursing questions and answers; A nurse is preparing to administer heparin 16 units /kghr by continuous IV infusion for a client who weighs 56kg. If the client starts to exhibit signs of excessive bleeding, the nurse should expect to administer an antidote that is specific to heparin. Requires sunglasses because sunlight hurts eyes, The nurse is preparing a client for surgery who was admitted to the emergency center following a motor vehicle collision. What is the nurse's best response? A. Prothrombin time (PT) b. Current laboratory values indicate that the client's aPTT is 5 times the control value and the PT/INR is 2 times the control value. The preceptor asks the graduate, "Infant injections should only be given in which muscle?" What is the best response by the graduate nurse? A. Which action should the nurse prepare to do? 1. 8 mEq, The nurse is caring for a client who is to receive an IV infusion of heparin. Heparin suppresses Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse on a medical unit is preparing to discharge a client to home. It would The nurse, preparing to begin Heparin therapy on a client admitted to the hospital, is calculating the hourly unit dose from the prescription received to ensure that it is within the safe and effective range. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client is prescribed a liquid iron preparation that has the potential to stain the teeth. A client is receiving heparin sodium by continuous intravenous (IV) infusion. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Notify the Rapid Response Team. Half-life: 1 – 6 hr Excretion: Mostly the kidneys eliminate inactive substances through urine. Notify radiology of an impending scan. The client weighs 100 kg. If rounding is required, round to The nurse wants to maintain the integrity of a peripheral venous catheter. Also, its dosage, indication, side effects. Document the finding and administer prescribed The nurse is preparing to administer filgrastim (Neupogen) to a client with a diagnosis of agranulocytosis. 8. When documenting the quality of the client's pain on an initial Introduction. What is the appropriate nursing action? A. 3 Apply a 4 × 4 pressure dressing at the IM site after the injection. Which approach by the nurse demonstrates gerontologic considerations?, A client is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of intractable vomiting for 3 days. The laboratory calls to report a drop in the platelet count to 90,000/mm3 for a patient receiving heparin for the treatment of postoperative deep vein thrombosis. (Option 4) This aPTT is too high. determining the amount of units needed for a Step 1: Calculate the starting units per hour. Increase the IV rate of heparin. When evaluating the therapeutic response for a client receiving a Now, when administering a heparin IV infusion, you’ll likely follow a weight-based protocol, meaning the dose is based on the patient’s weight, which helps to ensure safe dosing for A nurse is assessing a client’s IV infusion site and notes that the site is cool and edematous. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Which action should the nurse prepare to do? 1 Use a ⅝-inch needle for the injection. A nurse is caring for a client who has a deep vein thrombosis and is prescribed heparin by continuous IV infusion at 1,200 unit/hr. Start another IV line for the vancomycin and continue the heparin as prescribed. e. 18 units X 75 kg = 1350 units/hour. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 0. The nurse will instruct the client and family members to report what should it occur? While preparing a client for discharge, the nurse teaches about the proper use of warfarin, which has been prescribed by the physician. What action does the nurse anticipate? a. at what rate - The nurse fills and labels the medication bottles. Which area should the nurse use first for this catheter? a. o hs 3 Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse realizes that the client taking metformin needs further teaching when the client makes which statement?, The nurse needs to mix Regular insulin (clear) and NPH insulin (cloudy) in the same syringe. The medication vial reads heparin, 10,000 units/mL. a decreased serum phosphate level secondary to kidney failure. is receiving a continuous intravenous heparin infusion. HR: 46/min, RR: 22/min) SATA 1. b. The nurse is preparing a client for the administration of a tuberculin skin test. prophylactic clipping of cerebral aneurysms. 9% normal saline. " The client was What action should the nurse take? A. 1[] for an image of venipuncture. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion to the nearest whole number. perform sterile dressing change C. The client has been taking low molecular weight heparin since completing treatment. 9% sodium Depending on the dosage and volume of the infusion solution, administer a continuous infusion for 4 to 24 hours. V. Use a leading zero if it The nurse is caring for a client on IV heparin infusion and oral warfarin. Which intervention should the nurse implement? 1. What acid-base imbalance related to the loss of The nurse is preparing to administer medications. Available is Heparin 25,000 units in 0. "Thrombin time assesses Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Heparin protocol is prescribed for a client weighing 90 kg. Client with Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The home care nurse is making a monthly visit to a client with a diagnosis of pernicious anemia who has been receiving a monthly injection of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12). Which agent fits this description? Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like When preparing to administer an intravenous medication through a central venous catheter, the nurse aspirates a blood return in one of the lumens of the triple lumen catheter. The nurse has administered sublingual nitroglycerin. The health care provider orders heparin, 7,500 units subcutaneously every 12 hours. The nurse should set the infusion pump to deliver how many milliliters in an hour? The client has an IV of 1000 mL D5W with 50,000 units heparin. The nurse monitors the client carefully for bleeding and other adverse effects of heparin. oral administration of low dose aspirin therapy. Prepare to administer protamine sulfate C. the prescription reads: 25,000 units of heparin in 0. What finding would alert the nurse that the client may be experiencing a deep venous thrombosis (DVT)? A) Shortness of breath after activity B) Two-plus palpable pedal pulses C) Swelling in one leg with edema D) Sharp A client is admitted to the hospital with deep vein thrombosis. " which of the A client with an acute myocardial infarction is admitted to the coronary care unit. What would the critical care nurse expect the care team to order for this patient? A) Packed red blood cells (PRBCs) A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with DVT. The nurse should set the IV pump to The 88-year-old client with end-stage right-sided heart failure, BP of 78/50, and a DNR order. posterior to the right knee 4. Ensure adequate staffing for the unit. The amount available is regular Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client returns from a left heart catheterization. Ensure that the client's call light is easily accessible. therapy with tissue plasminogen A postoperative client is receiving heparin after developing thrombophlebitis. Assess the client for hypoglycemia and hypoxia. The physician has ordered heparin 25,000 units in 250 mL normal saline to infuse at a rate of 600 units/hour. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The labor and delivery (L&D) nurse is floated to a medical-surgical floor for a shift. The hanging heparin bag is 25,000 units in 250 mL D5W. A nurse is caring for a patient who has sickle cell anemia and the nurse's assessment reveals the possibility of substance abuse. heparin. The nurse is caring for a client admitted to rule out myocardial infarction. Fear of needles 3. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?, Pt has DVT been on continuous infusion for 5 days. The patient asks the nurse why he has to be on two medications. While preparing the heparin drip, the nurse receives new lab results showing an international normalized ratio (INR) of 3. At which location should the nurse palpate the distal pulse on this client? Options: Anterior to the right tibia Dorsal surface of the right foot Posterior to the right knee Right midinguinal area, A Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A patient with deep vein thrombosis receiving an intravenous (IV) heparin infusion asks the nurse how this medication works. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 0. Obtain Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client is receiving a continuous intravenous infusion of heparin sodium to treat deep vein thrombosis. 9% sodium chloride 250 ml to infuse at 800 units/ hr. 9% sodium chloride 250mL to infuse at 800 units ?hr. A nurse has received new medication prescriptions for a client admitted with hypertension and The nurse is preparing to give a client's prescribed nafcillin dose. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/Hr? The nurse suspects that the client has a pulmonary embolism and should prepare to take which action first? 1 insert a urinary (Foley) catheter 2 administer low-flow oxygen through a nasal cannula 3 obtain an intravenous (IV) infusion pump to administer heparin. How many units/hour is the client receiving? During shift change the night charge nurse reports to the day charge nurse that a client, admitted with an ingestion of unknown drugs, received a prescription for physical restraint at 3:00 am Answer to The nurse is preparing a client for surgery who was admitted to the Answer to The nurse is preparing a client for surgery who was admitted to the AI Chat with PDF. Which action would the nurse take in response to this situation? a. ) The nurse expects that management of the patient who experiences a brief episode of tinnitus, diplopia, and dysarthria with no residual effects will include a. Draw a sample for type and crossmatch and transfuse the client. lines in several clients on the nursing unit. D) Keep a preloaded syringe of vitamin K in the room. Upper arm d. Insertion of an internal fetal monitor D. Available is 25,000 units of heparin in 500 mL 0. 40-year-old with chronic kidney disease, BP 138/80. Which actions should the nurse implement? The charge nurse observes a new nurse preparing Final answer: To provide 800 units of heparin per hour as per the prescription for deep-vein thrombosis, the nurse should set the IV pump to administer 8 mL of the solution per hour. Do not use a trailing zero. Available is 25,000 units of her pain in 0. 9% NaCl 500 mL. Which action, if observed, is in error? 1 The nurse administers heparin subcutaneously to a patient. Intravenous tubing. It's important to round to the nearest Client has a long history of atrial fibrillation. Available is lidocaine 8 mg/mL. Place the client on his or her side. Stop the heparin, flush the line, and administer the vancomycin. Enoxaparin does not cross the placental barrier; its classification for pregnancy is B. Stop the IV for aPTT above baseline. Notify the healthcare provider of the client's Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client receives a prescription for an intravenous infusion of Dextrose 5% in 0. A 34-year-old admitted today after an emergency A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. at what rate should the nurse set the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client in her 36th week of gestation is admitted with vaginal bleeding, severe abdominal pain, a rigid fundus, and signs of impending shock. 9% sodium chloride 250 mL. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like which complication would the nurse anticipate finding during the assessment of a client admitted with a diagnosis of severe procidentia (prolapse of the uterus)?, which finding would the nurse be most concerned about when reviewing the chart of a client scheduled for an amniocentesis?, The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client admitted with atrial fibrillation. " 2. A 76-year-old client who was admitted 1 hour ago with new-onset atrial fibrillation and is receiving IV diltiazem (Cardizem). How many units of heparin is the client receiving each hour? The client is admitted to the medical unit diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus. For which intervention would the nurse prepare? A. Monitor the daily activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) results. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?, A nurse is calculating an IV medication dosage. 9% sodium chloride. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which event would require a nurse to complete and file an incident report? a. anterior to the right tibia 2. The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to a client receiving a continuous heparin infusion. During the preoperative assessment, the nurse determines that the client currently receives heparin sodium 5. right midinguinal area, A client is Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client is admitted to the hospital with deep vein thrombosis. Use an IV pump for the infusion. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client with atrial fibrillation who is receiving maintenance therapy of warfarin sodium (Coumadin) has a prothrombin time (PT) of 35 seconds. Show the IV Question: A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. Administer oral anticoagulants. A nurse is caring for a client on IV infusion of heparin. What consequences of untreated diabetes should the nurse include with A nurse is caring for client who is receiving heparin therapy and develops hematuria. Which medication will the nurse prepare to administer? 1 Digoxin 2 Furosemide 3 Amiodarone 4 Norepinephrine. A client is admitted for pulmonary embolism and is receiving heparin 1,500 units/ hour IV. Health care providers initiate I. Rosuvastatin 5 mg p. Discontinuing the heparin infusion 2. Closely monitor the IV infusion rate, even if infusion pumps are in use. The right groin was used for catheter access. The nurse observes that the client always washes the upper body before praying. Available is epinephrine 1 mg in 250 mL dextrose 5% in water (D5W). - The nurse shows the client examples of pill organizers that will help the client to sort the medication. Diltiazem extended release PO 2. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 500 ml D5W. Which instruction should the nurse provide the client to ensure the optimal benefits from the drug?, The nurse is making an initial daily assessment at 0715 and notes 550 mL of LR running at 75 mL an hour. The client prefers bathing at night because it Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client is admitted to the hospital with deep vein thrombosis. The nurse is preparing to administer nadolol to a hospitalized client. The client has end-stage renal cancer and is admitted for palliative care while awaiting hospice A. The client now has tarry, black diarrhea and reports abdominal pain. 9% Learn how to solve heparin drip calculations. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A prescription reads heparin sodium, 1300 units/hr by continuous intravenous (IV) infusion. A postpartum client receiving a continuous heparin infusion for a deep vein thrombosis has an activated partial thromboplastin Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like 1. See Figure 1. The nurse determines that which body areas are appropriate for intradermal injections? Select all that apply. What action will the nurse take? The older client admitted for confusion with a heparin lock is the most stable and requires basic monitoring of the IV site for common complications such as phlebitis and local infection, which would be familiar to an LPN/LVN. 27 kg) in one week 3. water and sodium retention secondary to a severe decrease in the glomerular filtration rate. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mLhr ? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Reassure the client that bleeding gums are a normal effect of heparin. ) oral sublingual subcutaneous (subQ), A nurse administers the client's prescribed antibiotic. Which of the following is the correct Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is caring for a client who developed GI bleeding 3 weeks after a diagnosis of pulmonary embolism (PE). The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) reports to the nurse that the client is reporting nausea and has vomited. Heparin can be life-threatening if given in the wrong dose, so a second and third nurse must verify the correct dose. In which location should the nurse palpate the distal pulse on this client? 1. What action best protects the client's safety?, The nurse is assessing a client who is being considered for anticoagulant therapy. Ambulate nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. A patient who has been receiving IV heparin infusion and oral warfarin (Coumadin) for a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is diagnosed with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) when the platelet level drops to 110,000/µL. The drop factor of the manual IV tubing is 15 gtt/ml. In this article, you’ll learn about heparin nursing implications and patient teachings. Inform the client that the heparin will dissolve the thrombus. The nurse sets the infusion pump to deliver how many milliliters in an hour? Provide your A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was hospitalized with deep-vein thrombosis. A client receiving heparin sodium by continuous intravenous (IV) infusion removes the tubing from the pump to change his hospital gown. heparin therapy after administration of a The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to a client receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Assess PT, INR, and APTT results. Infuse the heparin using an electronic IV pump. of 250/145 mm Hg is admitted for hypertensive crisis. - The client's urine output is cloudy and odorous. Available is nitroprusside 50 mg in 250 mL dextrose 5% in water (D5W). Client admitted 3 hours ago with suspected acute Client with an occluded arteriovenous fistula receiving IV heparin infusion 2. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is completing an assessment on a newly admitted client. Prepare for administration of a fibrinolytic agent. The drip rate is 10 gtt/mL. What action best protects the client's safety? Select one: a. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. A client is receiving a continuous intravenous infusion of heparin sodium to treat deep vein thrombosis. Which action should the nurse take? A) Prepare to administer vitamin K1. Have client ambulate back to bed. 9% sodium chloride (0. Discontinue the heparin The nurse is asked to assist in preparing a heparin sodium infusion for a client with a diagnosis of thrombophlebitis. Constipation 2. The nurse, preparing an intravenous infusion, notes that the battery of an intravenous infusion pump is not working. In spite of receiving a dose of pain medication, the client rates the pain at 8 on a 0 to 10 pain scale. Apply prolonged pressure to the IM site after the injection. Intravenous infusion controller. Complete blood count d. Which items should the nurse have available for this procedure? Select all that apply-Protamine sulfate-Intravenous tubing-Intravenous infusion controller-Intravenous insertion equipment. , A nurse is preparing to administer nitroglycerin A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client who tells the nurse, "I don't want to take my fluid pill until I get home today. Adjust the dosage of heparin based on the client's PT levels. Administer oxytocin through the primary IV line 2. During the first 10 to 15 min of administration, which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?, A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving 0. 9% NaCl) "500" mL. Available is heparin 25,000 units in 500 mL D5W. Which part of the administration set would the nurse use to manually regulate the infusion rate? Slide clamp Drip chamber Spike Roller clamp, What would be considered a "right" of drug administration. which of the following actions should the nurse take if the clients aPTT is 96 seconds A- Request a Prothrombin time (PT) B- Stop the heparin infusion C- Continue to monitor the heparin infusion as prescribed D- Increase the heparin infusion flow rate by 2ml/hr A nurse is preparing to infuse a 250 ml unit of packed RBC's over 2 hr. 5 cm) needle. 9% bacteriostatic sodium chloride. What actions does this nurse include in the client's plan of care? (Select all that apply. It is not used for thrombophlebitis; it is used to reduce the risk of brain attack, transient ischemic The nurse is caring for a client on IV heparin infusion and oral warfarin. Brown, rough, greasy, wart-like papules on the face D. 3 Prepare to administer protamine sulfate. Answered over 90d ago. Client with What should the nurse do first? Stop the heparin infusion immediately. What safety priority does the nurse include in the plan of care?, The nurse is caring for a client with impending respiratory failure who refuses intubation and mechanical ventilation. The client is barely able to complete a sentence, but the nurse learns that the client has a history of asthma. d. 9% sodium chloride Question: A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. The nurse should discontinue the heparin infusion immediately and prepare to administer protamine sulfate, the antidote for heparin. The nurse is preparing to administer heparin sodium subcutaneously. 86 % About 24 hours after the infusion has begun, the nurse notes that the client's partial thromboplastin time (PTT) is 65 seconds with a control of 30 seconds. This calculation gives a rate of 31 units/hr. M. The client's dose is based on a sliding scale prescription. The healthcare provider prescribes an aPTT test. 5-2 times normal Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is preparing to administer esmolol 150mcg/kg/min buy continuous IV infusion for a client who has atrial flutter and weighs 62 kg available is esmolol 10mg/ml. Assess the client's bowel sounds. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver. Which client is at greatest risk for adverse reactions to medications?, A 55-year-old client was diagnosed with schizophrenia 5 years earlier. This is correct. heparin via continuous intravenous infusion. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Anet Varghese A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep vein thrombosis. How many mL will the nurse give to the client? Answer as a whole number. A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. The nurse notes the vital signs show in the exhibit. Clopidogrel is a platelet aggregation inhibitor. " Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like An older adult has fluid volume deficit and needs to consume more fluids. A. Which is the most important nursing action? The nurse is caring for a client on IV heparin infusion A nurse is preparing to perform postmortem care on a client who recently died from metastatic cancer. The heparin vial is labeled 5,000 units/ml. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Obtain an infusion pump to regulate the continuous flow of the medication. 9. at what rate should the nurse set the infusion A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was hospitalized with deep-vein thrombosis. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse would assess which laboratory value to determine the effectiveness of intravenous heparin (Hemochron)? a. What is the nurse's most appropriate action? A) Encourage the patient to rely on complementary and alternative therapies. Which prescriptions would necessitate that the nurse seek clarification from the primary healthcare provider? mg p. The nurse plans to take which action before implementing this medication The nurse is asked to assist in preparing a heparin sodium infusion for a client with a diagnosis of thrombophlebitis. Use a leading zero if it New onset bleeding from client's rectum Heparin is a medication used to help prevent blood clots, and can be used in the treatment of myocardial infarction to prevent more blood clots. 9%NaCl)500mL. resume continuous IV infusion B. To calculate the infusion rate, the nurse should divide the total amount of heparin to be infused (25,000 units) by the total time of infusion (250 ml/800 units/hr), and round the result to the nearest whole number. What is the best approach for the nursing assistant to take? Place the patient on a bedpan and stay with her until she is finished. Which client is appropriate for the RN to assign to the licensed practical nurse (LPN)? 1. 0. The neonate has no known allergies. Which statement by the student indicates Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is preparing to administer an anticoagulant to a patient. A client is admitted for treatment of chronic renal failure (CRF). a nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. The client tried a rescue inhaler but "it did not work. Start a continuous IV heparin sodium infusion. 9% sodium chloride 250 ml to infuse at 800 units/hr. The licensed practical nurse (LPN) is concerned that the client received a bolus of medication when the tubing was removed from the IV pump during a gown change. What safety priority does the nurse include in the plan of care? Teach the client to avoid using dental floss. Decrease the warfarin A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep vein thrombosis. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse working on a medical-surgical floor is caring for a client with a small bowel obstruction that has a nasogastric tube (NG). medication. By increasing the inhibitory actions of antithrombin III, it prevents Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A home care nurse is visiting a client who was discharged to home with a prescription for continued administration of enoxaparin (Lovenox) subcutaneously. 4. The Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client returned from a left heart catheterization the right groin was used for the catheter access. the available solution is Heparin Sodium 25,000 Units in 5% Dextrose Injection 250mL. Serum sodium level of 139 mmol/L 4. The client with Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is assisting in monitoring a client who may be started on parenteral nutrition (PN). Sudden death is most likely to occur within the first 24 hours after an MI. Apply a 4 × 4 pressure dressing at the IM site after the injection. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client has been admitted for a pulmonary embolism and is receiving heparin infusion. Heparin Mechanism of Action. The nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous (IV) nitroglycerin infusion. The infusion was initiated at a starting rate of 18 units/kg/hr and has been running for 6 hours. 1. a client has a seizure. What action by the nurse takes priority? a. What should the nurse do first?, A client has been diagnosed with diabetes and discusses treatment strategies with the nurse. Apply heat after the injection. The nurse delegates this task to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). instill heparin solution 10 units/mL D. What patient care order should the nurse anticipate?, The nurse is preparing to insert an intravenous (IV) A nurse working on the acute-care medical surgical floor is caring for an older adullt client originally admitted for severe hypertension and stroke. Use a Y-type infusion set to initiate 0. After administering a bolus dose of 80 units/kg, the nurse calculates the infusion rate for the heparin solution as 18 units/kg/hour. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing an intravenous infusion. Increasing the A client has been admitted to the hospital for urinary tract infection and dehydration. A client, admitted to the cardiac care unit with a myocardial infarction, complains of chest pain. Prepare the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is caring for four clients with a history of hypertension. What is the nursing action at this time? a. , perform phlebotomy) and to administer intravenous (IV) therapy. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A patient with a history of cirrhosis is admitted to the ICU with a diagnosis of bleeding esophageal varices; an attempt to stop the bleeding has been only partially successful. These practice problems for heparin drip calculations will test your ability to calculate: new flow rate (mL/hr) based on a PTT, determining the amount of units needed for a bolus, units/hr to infuse based on the physician’s order, and how to convert units/kg/hr to determine the amount of Heparin 2. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A patient has been prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) in addition to a heparin infusion. Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care? a. What actions should the nurse take? Exhibit 1. What is the priority lab value to check before initiating the heparin infusion? 1. A heparin infusion is prescribed for a client who weighs 220 pounds. C. A high-forceps birth B. 9% sodium chloride (0. Generic Name: Heparin Today's NCLEX-RN® question of the day focuses on a client receiving a heparin infusion. at what rate 4. An infusion pump must be used to administer the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client who's experiencing sinus bradycardia with a pulse rate of 40 beats/minute. Ans: C Feedback: The antidote for heparin is protamine Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like While receiving heparin to treat a pulmonary embolus, a client passes bright red urine. The nurse should monitor and assess the patient's laboratory results prior to administration of heparin. Available is 25,000 units of heparin in 500 ml 0. The client tells the nurse, "I usually take a white tablet, not a yellow tablet. Holding the next A nurse has been asked to insert peripheral I. What actions does this nurse include in the client's plan of care? A client is admitted with a pulmonary embolism (PE). 2. The prescription reads: 25,000 units of heparin in 0. Numerous hospitalizations A patient who has been receiving IV heparin infusion and oral warfarin (Coumadin) for a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is diagnosed with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) when the platelet level drops to 110,000/µL. c. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many ml/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Discontinue the heparin infusion B. Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with Find step-by-step Health solutions and the answer to the textbook question A nurse is preparing to administer heparin 15 units/kg/hr by continuous IV infusion to a client who weighs 86 kg. Step 2: Calculate the starting rate of the Infusion (solve for X). Which action should the nurse take first?, A nurse is locking a 2-week-old neonate's peripheral IV with heparin. e. 28-year-old with LDL-C 140 mg/dL, BP 114/84 D. Assess the uterine contraction pattern 3. , A client is admitted with a sudden decline in level of consciousness. A nurse is preparing to administer heparin to a client. 9% sodium A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. What rate should the nurse set their infusion pump? Find step-by-step Health solutions and your answer to the following textbook question: A nurse if preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was hospitalized with DVT. at what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump? Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse should advise which client who is taking lithium to consult with the health care provider regarding a potential adjustment in lithium dosage? Correct response: a client who is beginning training for a tennis team, The surgeon prescribes cefazolin 1 g to be given IV at 0730 when the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like While in the treatment room, the patient says she needs to use the bathroom. Tenderness upon palpation and generalized erythema C. The client now has tar. On the basis of the prothrombin time, the nurse anticipates which prescription? 1. Use a Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse answers a call light and finds a client anxious, short of breath, reporting chest pain, and having a blood pressure of 88/52 mm Hg on the cardiac monitor. 9% sodium chloride to infuse at 800 units/hr. Nausea or vomiting 4. The nurse is providing care to a client receiving sq heparin every 12 hours at 8:00 am and 8:00 pm. What is the nursing action at this time? Start a continuous IV heparin sodium infusion. The health care provider has ordered Heparin 25,000 units in 250 mL normal saline to infuse at a rate of 600 units/hour. (Select all that apply. Heparin prevents the activation of vitamin K and thus blocks synthesis of some clotting factors. , A nurse is instructing a client about using antiembolism stockings. Use a ⅝-inch needle for the injection. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering to treat bradycardia? Atropine Amiodarone The nurse is preparing to hang an IV bag of Heparin after receiving a prescription from a client's primary healthcare provider: Heparin IV to infuse at 1000 U/h. Adding a dose of heparin sodium 2. Monitor the platelet count daily. How many milliliters per hour. Which statement made by the nurse will help the client distinguish between stable angina and unstable angina? , A 70-year-old client presents to the emergency Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client has a patient a controlled analgesia (PCA) infusion to manage postoperative pain. The nurse assesses for signs/symptoms of bleeding, which include bleeding from the gums, ecchymosis on the skin, cloudy or pink-tinged urine, tarry stools, and body fluids that test positive for occult blood. Question: A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. Expert Help. The 62-year-old client who was admitted one day ago with thrombophlebitis and receiving IV heparin. Blood sampling with venipuncture may be initiated by a nurse, phlebotomist, or other trained personnel. "Bleeding time assesses for therapeutic effect of heparin. Pharmacology A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone 1 g in 100 mL IV over 30 min. The nurse should be prepared to provide care for which possible The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular (IM) injection to a client receiving a continuous heparin infusion. How many mL should the nurse administer Within 6 hours Explanation: For the best chance of salvaging the client's myocardium, a thrombolytic agent must be administered within 6 hours after onset of chest pain or other signs or symptoms of MI. A nurse is preparing to administer heparin 15 units/kg/hr by continuous IV infusion for a client who weighs 51 kg. If the aPTT is subtherapeutic and the anti-Xa level is Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is caring for a client who reports pain. Educational objective: The nurse caring for a client receiving a heparin infusion should monitor the aPTT and follow the heparin infusion protocol for titration. Which medications due at this time are safe to administer? (T: 98. What is the correct order of care for this Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer an IV medication to a pediatric patient. How should the nurse interpret this behavior? The client has limited use of the right arm and a heparin intravenous (IV) infusion in the left upper arm. Which one of these questions is most appropriate for the nurse to ask at this time?, The nurse is assessing a client who is A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client who has a deep vein thrombosis. Dr. What should the nurse do first?, Gentamicin IV has been prescribed to treat a client's infection. A nurse is preparing to administer regular insulin 0. The client's activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) is 65 seconds. The client's blood pressure is 80/50 mm Hg and the client reports dizziness. Use a 21- to 23-gauge, 1-inch (2. What should be the infusion pump rate? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. These practice problems for heparin drip calculations will test your ability to calculate: new flow rate (mL/hr) based on a PTT. Serum potassium of 5. What is the nurse's priority assessment for this client? 1. This client is at risk for bleeding. The prescription reads; 25,000 units of heparin in 0. the prescription reads 25,000 units of heparin in 0. The heparin comes in 500 mL of D5W with 25,000 units of heparin added. The nurse notes the client's cardiac rhythm displayed on the telemetry monitor. Prepare to administer an antidote. Interrupt the infusion and notify the primary health care provider of the aPTT result. ) _____ The nurse is assessing a client who was brought to the emergency department due to a severe headache with sudden onset, lowered level of consciousness and slurred, non-sensical speech. Avoid heparin products with benzyl alcohol with premature infants due to the risk of fatal toxic reactions. Distribution: Protein binding is very high. Document the refusal and inform the client's provider 2. The nurse notices that the clients medical record The bag hanging is 20,000 units/500 mL of D5W infusing at 22 mL/hr. What time frame should the nurse expect the earliest onset of Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like What is the nurse's priority assessment question before giving a female client her prescription for an angiotensin Il-receptor blocker (ARB)?, The nurse discovers a client receiving warfarin is bleeding. Use a leading zero if it applies. Forearm c. The client asks the nurse what the heparin is for. sodium chloride followed by heparin flush. Initiate 100% oxygen per nonrebreather mask. The nurse is preparing for discharge of a client who had a carotid artery angioplasty with stenting to prevent a stroke A heparin infusion is prescribed for a client who weighs 220 pounds. The perscription reads: 25,000 units of heparin 0. Which intervention does the nurse anticipate? A child with autism spectrum disorder is being admitted to an acute care unit. - The client has an aPTT of 80 seconds. 9% sodium chloride to infuse at 900 units/hr. The morning lab values are aPTT 98 seconds and INR 1. The primary healthcare provider initiated the Insulin Sliding Scale Protocol for Type II Diabetic Clients. - The client experiences sudden weakness of one arm and leg. 58-year-old on diuretics, BP 160/80 C. AI Homework Help. o. The heparin should be titrated down based on the heparin drip protocol. Which site would the nurse need to avoid in order to maintain client safety? the unaffected arm of a woman who has had a radical mastectomy the sunburned arm of a teenager admitted for hydration therapy the tattooed arm of a motorcycle rider Venipuncture. ) Right class Right dose Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse knows which drug administration routes provides the most rapid response in a client? intramuscular (I. The pres units of heparin in 0. When a client is receiving a heparin infusion, the nurse must be alert to signs and symptoms of bleeding, as the heparin may need to be discontinued. C) Ensure that protamine sulfate is readily available. the nurse plans to take which action? 1. Which client would require intervention? A. Heparin Infusion Rate: 25,000 a nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. A therapeutic level is 1. Client asks why both anticoagulants are necessary?, The nurse is caring for a client receiving heparin sodium via constant infusion. 45% NS 250mL Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is instructing a client in the proper use of a metered-dose inhaler. In case of a serious bleeding reaction, the nurse has which of the following drugs readily available? 1)Vitamin K 2)Protamine sulfate 3)Promethazine hydrochloride 4)Protamine Nursing, Kaplan. Venipuncture involves the process of introducing a needle into a client’s vein to collect a blood sample or insert an IV catheter. and more. ) a. The current rate on the IV pump is 18 mL/hr. The prescription reads: 25,000 units of heparin in 0. An immediate cesarean birth C. Have two nurses independently monitor the client's heparin infusion. The combination of A client is admitted for an exacerbation of heart failure (HF) and is being treated with diuretics for fluid volume excess. Administer vitamin K if the client has indications of hemorrhage. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer heparin to a client. Which of the following findings would indicate that the IV albumin has been effective?, The nurse is caring for a client receiving IV heparin A client has been admitted with a diagnosis of pulmonary embolism and is receiving heparin infusion. The available solution is Heparin Sodium 25,000 Units in 5% Dextrose Injection 250 mL. The pharmacy prepares the medication and delivers an IV bag labeled heparin sodium 20,000 units/250 mL D5W. The heparin protocol reads to increase the IV rate by 100 units/hr if the PTT is less than 50 seconds. Administer a coumarin derivative, as ordered, to counteract heparin. Clarify vegetable consumption with client b. A client is admitted for pain control post knee replacement. Do not use a Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse administers the first dose of a client's prescribed antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus. Based on the assessment data, the nurse should question which medication? (DVT) is receiving a continuous infusion of unfractionated heparin. 4 Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment regimen for a client with liver cirrhosis who received IV albumin following a paracenteses. The client has been inpatient for eight days and has now developed a deep vein thrombosis to the left lower extremity. The nurse's response is based on which rationale? a. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump? (round the answer to the nearest whole number. Which client is MOST APPROPRIATE for the charge nurse to assign to the L&D nurse? #72116868 (14) 1. What hourly unit dose should the nurse obtain? Use numbers only. Antecubital space, 3. After 5 minutes on a nitroglycerin IV infusion, the client reports relief of chest pain but a new dull, throbbing headache. at what rate Absorption: Heparin is effectively absorbed when administered subcutaneously. A client is admitted to the emergency department with a diagnosis of myocardial infarction (MI). 9% sodium chloride 250 mL to infuse at 800 units/hr. Use a 25- to 26-gauge, ⅝-inch (1. , A client, admitted to The nurse should set the infusion pump to 31 units/hr. The order reads 25,000 units of heparin in 250 mL of 0. Which client should the nurse assess first? a) A client admitted two days ago with heart failure, blood pressure of 126/76 mmHg, and a respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min b) A client with end-stage, right-sided heart failure, with blood pressure of 78/50 mmHg, who is on hospice care c) A client admitted one day The nurse is preparing to insert an intravenous (IV) catheter in a newly admitted patient. Weight gain of 5 pounds (2. 0 0 0 units subcutaneously daily. At what rate should the nurse set the infusion pump? (Round the answ to the nearest whole number. The nurse is monitoring a patient receiving a heparin infusion for the treatment of pulmonary embolism. 2 The nurse administers warfarin [Coumadin] orally to a patient. 9% sodium chloride 250mL to infuse at 800unitshr. Depending on the dosage and volume of the infusion solution, administer a continuous infusion for 4 to 24 hours. Decrease the infusion rate and reassess the client's report of pain 2. Metabolism: Hepatic. The current PTT level is 46 seconds. Notify the health care provider of the laboratory results D. Which items should the nurse have available for this procedure? Select all that apply. dorsal surface of the right foot 3. 3. While preparing the heparin drip, the nurse receives new lab results . Blood urea nitrogen c. The order reads: 25,000 units of heparin in 250 mL of 0. Which method The nurse is assigned to care for four clients. What aspect of the client's health history should the nurse Have two other nurses verify the strength and dosage. , A nurse is caring for a client who has thrombophlebitis and is receiving heparin by continuous IV infusion. The infusion is to run at 60 mL per hour. Q A client with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is receiving a continuous intravenous heparin infusion . 4 increase the rate of the IV fluids infusing to prevent hypotension. The nurse anticipates that which action is needed? 1. The client is young, healthy, and active and has no known risk factors for PE. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Which initial treatment plan should the nurse anticipate for this client? , A nurse is teaching a client with coronary artery disease. 1 unit/kg/hr by continuous IV infusion to a client who weighs 60 kg. Apply prolonged pressure to the IM site after the injection. Heparin subcutaneous injection 3. A client is admitted with a sudden decline in level of consciousness. The oral and injection forms work synergistically. Provider prescribes Warfarin PO without DC of heparin. What is the priority nursing action?A. Prepare for platelet transfusion. Venipuncture for collection of a blood sample is an important Nursing; Nursing questions and answers; A nurse is preparing to administer Heparin 14 units/kg/hr by continuous IV infusion for a client who weighs 70 kg. The nurse should set the infusion rate to administer how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. The health care provider prescribes a continuous IV infusion of nitroprusside Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer nitroprusside 7 mcg/kg/min by continuous IV infusion to a client who weighs 63 kg. The nurse reviews the client's laboratory results and determines that the client is at risk of severe malnutrition if the albumin level report indicates which critical level?, The nurse caring for a male Next, the nurse should administer the heparin bolus, followed by the heparin drip to prevent the clot from enlarging. The LPN immediately notifies the registered nurse or health care provider and then checks to see whether A nurse is caring for a client with unstable angina. A client is admitted with a diagnosis of thrombophlebitis and deep Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client with an acute myocardial infarction is admitted to the coronary care unit. The nurse would prepare to do preoperative teaching on this procedure. 9% sodium chloride IV at 75 mL/hr through a Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A patient who has been receiving IV heparin infusion and oral warfarin (Coumadin) for a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is diagnosed with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) when the platelet level drops to 110,000/μL. What is the appropriate nursing action? 1. The nurse should program the infusion pump to deliver how many ml/hour? (Enter numeric value only. According to Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Practice (2011), peripheral intermittent locking devices must be kept patent following each catheter use with: A. 4 The nurse is preparing to insert a peripheral venous catheter. Use a leading zero if it A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. The nurse is preparing a dose of 60 mcg of teriparatide. The prescription reads: 25,000 units of heparin in Nurses access clients’ veins to collect blood (i. Hand b. . Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like The nurse is reviewing heparin infusion therapy and pertinent laboratory values to monitor with the nursing student. The nurse enters the room and after a greeting and introduction to Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse is preparing to administer lidocaine 4 mg/min by continuous IV infusion for a client. , A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has stomatitis due to chemotherapy and radiation A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep vein thrombosis. Arrange the actions in the order that they should be performed. A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep vein thrombosis. Decrease the heparin rate c. 9% sodium chloride 250mL to infuse at 800 units per hour. At A nurse is caring for a client on IV infusion of heparin. Apply a 4 × 4 pressure dressing at the IM site after the injection. How many milliliters Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A nurse has calculated the dose of heparin for subcutaneous administration. Per protocol, the heparin loading dose is 60 units/kg IV rounded to the nearest 100 units, with a maximum loading dose of 4,000 units. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Prepare 1,4 Heparin may be used during pregnancy because it does not cross the placental barrier and will not cause hemorrhage in the fetus. 4mL". The nurse is reviewing heparin infusion therapy and pertinent laboratory values to monitor with the nursing student. The nurse is talking with the spouse of a client admitted to the long-term care center. "vastus lateralis" D. The primary health care provider (PHCP) prescribes the administration of alteplase. Which of the following actions should the nurse take as part of the medication reconciliation process?, a nurse is reviewing a client's medication prescription that reads, "digoxin 0. - The nurse advises the caregiver to support the client in taking medication. Closely monitor the IV infusion rate, even if Heparin administration can be by intravenous (IV) route or subcutaneous SQ) route. A client admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of myocardial infarction is about to be A heparin infusion is prescribed for a client who weighs 220 pounds. daily 2. Which nursing action is the most appropriate? 1. What aspect of the client's health history should the nurse A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. The rest of the orders must also be followed; however, they are not the priority interventions for a client with a confirmed pulmonary embolus. Explanation: The task at hand is to set the correct infusion rate for a client who has been prescribed a heparin infusion due to deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following nursing actions are appropriate during oxytocin infusion? Select all that apply. 9% sodium A nurse is preparing to administer heparin 22 units/kg/hr by continuous IV infusion for a client who has a pulmonary embolus and weighs 60 kg. The client is currently receiving a continuous IV infusion of Managing Heparin Administration The nurse cares for a client with pulmonary emboli receiving intravenous (IV) heparin therapy per the facility's heparin protocol. The medication is labeled "750 mcg/2. Before administering the injection, the nurse evaluates the effects of the medication and determines that a a nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. B. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?, A nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol 5 mg IM to a A client is admitted to the hospital with deep vein thrombosis. All Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like A client reports dizziness and weakness while walking down the hall. The nurse knows that this disorder increases the client's risk of: a. Which client data would indicate to the nurse that the medication should be held and the primary The client is receiving heparin IV at 1,200 units/hr and warfarin 5 mg PO daily. Rationale: Frank hematuria indicates excessive anticoagulation and bleeding — and heparin overdose. To prevent toxicity-related complications in this neonate, what should The nurse is preparing to administer the fourth dose of vancomycin IVPB to a client with infective endocarditis. 45% Sodium chloride (D51/2 NS) 500 ml to be infused over 6 hours. According to the Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like After obtaining a blood specimen from a client's peripherally inserted catheter (PICC), which of the following actions should the nurse take next? A. The nurse is caring for an African-American client admitted for a planned surgery. What drug should the nurse prepare to counteract this drug?, A nurse is The client has an open fracture of the femur and is bleeding moderately from the bone protrusion site. After administering a bolus dose of 80 units/kg the nurse calculates infusion rate for the heparin solution at 18 units/kg/hour. 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Thick skin plaques topped by silvery white scales B. The nurse is monitoring a patient receiving a heparin infusion for the treatment from NUR 2701 at Ontario High School, Ontario. We suggest drawing a paired aPTT and heparin anti-Xa level when heparin resistance is suspected. The nurse should program the infusion pump to how many mL/hour? A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client. How many ml should the nurse administer? Nursing; Nursing questions and answers; The nurse, preparing to begin Heparin therapy on a client admitted to the hospital, is calculating the hourly unit dose from the prescription received to ensure that it is within the safe and effective range. A male client is receiving heparin by continuous intravenous infusion. This section will describe several methods for collecting blood, as well as review the basic Question: A nurse is preparing a heparin infusion for a client who was admitted to the facility with deep-vein thrombosis. Protamine sulfate. 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