A Patient Is Receiving Heparin Postoperatively to Prevent Deep Vein

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient is receiving heparin postoperatively to prevent deep vein thrombosis. The nurse notes that the patient has a blood pressure of 90/50 mm Hg and a heart rate of 98 beats per minute. The patient's most recent aPTT is greater than 90 seconds. The patient reports lumbar pain. The nurse will request an order for:

• A) a repeat aPTT to be drawn immediately.
• B) analgesic medication.
• C) changing heparin to aspirin.
• D) protamine sulfate.

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