Which information should the nurse include in the teaching for a client prescribed heparin?
A. Self-administration of subcutaneous injections
B. Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis
C. Required laboratory tests
D. Signs of abnormal bleeding
E. Scheduled administration times with meals
Ans:
A. Self-administration of subcutaneous injections
B. Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis
C. Required laboratory tests
D. Signs of abnormal bleeding
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