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Coya19@aol.com

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A child is on IV heparin. Which laboratory value does the nurse analyze to determine if the dose is therapeutic?
 
  A.
  Platelet count
  B.
  PT
  C.
  PTT
  D.
  Red blood cell count

Question 2

A child has a disease involving an antigen-antibody complex disorder. What treatment regimen does the nurse prepare the family for?
 
  A.
  Apheresis
  B.
  Erythrocytaphoresis
  C.
  Leukapheresis
  D.
  Plasmapheresis


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The PTT (or sometimes factor anti-Xa) is used to monitor heparin therapy for therapeutic benefit. The platelet count is also monitored to detect thrombocytopenia, a side effect of heparin. The PT is used to monitor warfarin (Coumadin) therapy. The RBC count is not used to determine anticoagulation benefit.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Plasmapheresis is used to remove plasma containing harmful substances such as cholesterol, antigen-antibody complexes, and toxins. Erythrocytaphoresis removes red blood cells. Leukapheresis removes white blood cells. Apheresis is a generic term that encompasses all types of these procedures.


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