Which interventions are appropriate for administering subcutaneous heparin? Select all that apply
a. Rotate injection sites with each dose.
b. Monitor activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) levels daily.
c. Massage the area after the injection.
d. Give the injection at least 2 inches away from the umbilicus.
e. Do not aspirate the syringe before injecting the heparin.
Answers: a, d, e
Subcutaneous heparin is considered low-dose heparin and is not monitored by aPTT levels. The
area should not be massaged after injection; this might lead to increased bruising.
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