A client is receiving heparin by continuous IV infusion. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
A) Perform a complete blood count.
B) Perform baseline PT/INR.
C) Perform APTT test 4 to 6 hours after injection.
D) Perform blood coagulation tests every 4 hours.
Ans: D
Feedback:
The nurse should perform blood coagulation tests every 4 hours for the client receiving heparin by continuous IV infusion. A blood count test or the baseline PT/INR test is not the right intervention for this client. When administering heparin by the subcutaneous route, an APTT test is performed 4 to 6 hours after the injection.
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