A patient with atrial fibrillation is receiving warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse notes that the patient's INR is 2.7. Before to giving the next dose of warfarin, the nurse will notify the provider and:
a. administer the dose as ordered.
b. request an order to decrease the dose.
c. request an order to give vitamin K (phytonadione).
d. request an order to increase the dose.
ANS: A
This patient has an INR in the appropriate range, so no change in warfarin dosing is necessary. It is not correct to request an order to either decrease or increase the dose of warfarin. It is not necessary to give vitamin K, which is an antidote for warfarin toxicity.
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