An Obvious Danger in Using an Anticoagulant Is the Risk

question 7

Short Answer

An obvious danger in using an anticoagulant is the risk of ____________________.

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Definitions:

Vastus Lateralis

A muscle located on the side of the thigh, important for knee extension and stabilizing the leg.

Deltoid Muscle

A large triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint, involved in arm rotation and lifting.

Dorsogluteal

An area of the buttocks used as a site for intramuscular injections, though less favored due to proximity to major nerves.

IV Piggyback

A method of administering medication where a secondary IV container is connected to the primary IV line to infuse medication, typically at a prescribed interval.