A client with a deep venous thrombosis (DVT) is going home on warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse instructs the client that lab work will need to be drawn frequently until the levels stabilize
For which lab results will the client's warfarin need to be adjusted? 1. INR of 1.3
2. INR of 2.1
3. INR of 2.8
4. INR of 3.0
INR of 1.3
Rationale: The ideal INR range for a client on warfarin is 2.0 to 3.0. An INR of 1.3 will require warfarin to be increased. The INRs of 2.1, 2.8, and 3.0 are within therapeutic range.
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