A surgeon prescribes heparin 2,500 mEq IM q 12 hr.What is the nurse's best action?

A) Administer the medication as prescribed.
B) Clarify the medication dose with the surgeon.
C) Administer the medication subcutaneously.
D) Clarify the dose and route with the surgeon.

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Erjona Kanxha · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D , Explanation :  The nurse should contact the surgeon to clarify the dosage and route of administration.Heparin is measured in units and administered either subcutaneously or intravenously.The nurse should contact the provider who prescribed the medications.

A surgeon prescribes heparin 2,500 mEq IM q 12 hr.What is the nurse's best action?

A) Administer the medication as prescribed.
B) Clarify the medication dose with the surgeon.
C) Administer the medication subcutaneously.
D) Clarify the dose and route with the surgeon.

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A surgeon prescribes heparin 2,500 mEq IM q 12 hr.What is the nurse's best action?A) Administer the medication as prescribed.B) Clarify the medication dose with the surgeon.C) Administer the medication subcutaneously.D) Clarify the dose and route with the surgeon.

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A surgeon prescribes heparin 2,500 mEq IM q 12 hr.What is the nurse's best action?

A) Administer the medication as prescribed.
B) Clarify the medication dose with the surgeon.
C) Administer the medication subcutaneously.
D) Clarify the dose and route with the surgeon.