DVT grandpa
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The chest pain was sharp and was brought on by taking deep breaths. He also coughed up fresh blood.
He has recently been immobile for 6 weeks due to a fracture of the femur. On examination, his blood pressure was 100/62 mmHg, pulse rate 110 beats/minute, temperature 36.7°C, and respiratory rate 24 breaths/minute. His SpO2 was 92% on air.
He was diagnosed to have pulmonary embolism and was started on unfractionated heparin therapy immediately.
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Explain the mechanism of action of heparin and the reason for its use in this patient.
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State ONE (1) contraindication to be considered in this patient when starting him on heparin.
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State the specific blood investigation required to monitor heparin therapy in this patient.
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Give THREE (3) reasons why heparin should not be continued for more than 5-7 days.
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State ONE (1) oral anticoagulant that is used to replace heparin that requires monitoring and explain its mechanism of action.
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