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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient receiving intravenous heparin (Liquaemin) therapy receives a first dose of warfarin (Coumadin). The patient asks the health care provider when the heparin drip will be discontin-ued.
 
  Review the following responses and select the one which is accurate.
  a. Immediately
  b. In 1-2 hours
  c. In 12-24 hours
  d. In 48-72 hours

Question 2

Which of the following conditions would contraindicate the use of warfarin (Coumadin) therapy in a patient?
 
  a. Deep vein thrombosis
  b. Pulmonary embolism
  c. Pregnancy
  d. Hypercoagulability


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Although the anticoagulant effects of warfarin begin in 8-12 hours, its peak effects do not occur for 48-72 hours. This is because the drug has no effect on existing clotting factors, which take from 6 to 60 hours to decay in the blood stream.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Warfarin is contraindicated for use during pregnancy and lactation.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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