The nurse is preparing to administer warfarin. The client’s
current laboratory values are as...

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The nurse is preparing to administer warfarin. The client’s
current laboratory values are as follows:

PT 48 PTT 40

 Control 12.9 Control 36

 INR 4.2

Which intervention should the nurse implement?

1. Question administering the medication.

2. Prepare to administer protamine sulfate.

3. Notify the HCP to increase the dose.

4. Administer the medication as ordered.

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Question: The nurse is preparing to administer warfarin. The client’s current laboratory values are as follows:
PT 48 PTT 40
Control 12.9 Control 36
INR 4.2
Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Answer: 1. Question administering the medication
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The nurse is preparing to administer warfarin. The client’s current laboratory values are as follows: PT 48 PTT 40 Control 12.9 Control 36 INR 4.2 Which intervention should the nurse implement? 1....

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