Correct Verified Solutions.
Heparin- PTT on Heparin - Answer 38-74 sec
Heparin labs to monitor - Answer PTT (Q6h)
Factor Xa
Heparin s/e - Answer Hepatotoxicity
Hemorrhage (bleeding is #1 to watch for)
Heparin use - Answer To prevent blood clots from getting larger
Heparin administration - Answer Bolus followed by drip
Bolus = on pimp
IV push undiluted (per orders)
Heparin antidote - Answer protamine sulfate
Spironolactone (Aldactone)- class - Answer potassium sparing diuretic
Spironolactone uses - Answer hyptertension, heart failure, and edema associated with
beginning kidney disease and liver disease. Use with other diuretics to conteract potassium-
wasting effects.
Spironolactone s/e - Answer Hyperkalemia
Hyponatremia
May increase BUN/Cr
When should spironolactone be taken? - Answer In the morning to prevent nocturia