Postoperatively a Patient Is Receiving Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin (LMWH)

question 3

Multiple Choice

Postoperatively a patient is receiving low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) . When administering this drug, the nurse

• A) administers the dose with meals to prevent gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding.
• B) explains that the drug will help prevent clot formation in the legs.
• C) checks the baseline activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT).
• D) informs the patient that frequent blood testing will be necessary.

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