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The nurse is reviewing laboratory results and notes an aPTT level of 28 seconds. The nurse should notify the health care provider in anticipation of adjusting which medication?
 
  a. Aspirin
  b. Heparin
  c. Warfarin
  d. Erythropoietin

Question 2

A patient's complete blood count (CBC) shows a hemoglobin of 19 g/dL and a hematocrit of 54. Which question should the nurse ask to determine possible causes of this finding?
 
  a. Have you had a recent weight loss?
  b. Do you have any history of lung disease?
  c. Have you noticed any dark or bloody stools?
  d. What is your dietary intake of meats and protein?


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) assesses intrinsic coagulation by measuring factors I, II, V, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII. aPTT is increased (prolonged) in heparin administration.
aPTT is used to monitor whether heparin is at a therapeutic level (needs to be greater than the normal range of 25 to 35 sec). Prothrombin time (PT) and international normalized ratio (INR) are most commonly used to test for therapeutic levels of warfarin (Coumadin). Aspirin affects platelet function. Erythropoietin is used to stimulate red blood cell production.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The hemoglobin and hematocrit results indicate polycythemia, which can be associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The other questions would be appropriate for patients who are anemic.


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