Which of the Following Target International Normalized Ratio (INR)values for Anticoagulative

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following target international normalized ratio (INR) values for anticoagulative therapy is MOST appropriate for patients with prosthetic heart valves?

• A)1.8 (1.5-2.0)
• B)2.5 (2.0-3.0)
• C)3 (2.5-3.5)
• D)3.5 (3.0-4.0)

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