The nurse is administering heparin to a client who has had a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor in this client?
A) Dyspnea
B) Edema
C) Nocturia
D) Hemorrhage
D
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Heparin prolongs clotting time and prevents further clots from forming; however, danger of hemorrhage accompanies its use.
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