Postoperatively,a Patient Is Receiving Low-Molecular Weight Heparin

question 10

Multiple Choice

Postoperatively,a patient is receiving low-molecular weight heparin.What should the nurse do when administering this drug?

• A) Explain that the drug will help prevent clot formation in the legs.
• B) Administer the dose with meals to prevent gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding.
• C) Check the results of the partial thromboplastin time before administration.
• D) Inform the patient that blood will be drawn every 6 hours to monitor the prothrombin time.

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