Introduction to Low Molecular Weight Heparins Video 1 of 2 in the Bridge for Procedures or Surgery Series In this video we introduce injectable heparins. Take the Quiz! Video Quiz Heparin is a (an): Anticoagulant Antibiotic Blood pressure medication Submit Here Injectable heparin may prescribed to people of all ages to: Prevent an abnormal blood clot Treat an abnormal blood clot Both of the above None of the above Submit Here There are many different injectable heparins. My health provider will choose the best medication for me. Each injectable heparin is: Is measured differently Comes in different strengths or concentrations Should be given at the intervals your health provider tells you to 6.37 I must review the correct measure with my pharmacist each time I pick up my injectable heparin A and C All of the above Submit Here Giving a heparin injection is easy as PIE. PIE refers to: Purchase Injection Effect Prepare Inject Eliminate (side effects and hazards) Peel Ingredient Eat Pie Is Exceptional Submit Here When preparing the injection site it is important to: Use a site that has not been used recently Use a site that has no bruising Use a site that has no lumps or bumps Use a site that has no scars Ensure it is clean and dry All of the above Submit Here Injectable heparin may be given in the: Front of the arms Thighs Calves Abdomen in adults The backs of the arms B D and E A B and E Submit Here To minimize bruising at the injection site I should: Rub the site gently Apply pressure to the site for about 5 minutes I don’t need to do anything Submit Here Blood work may be required to: Ensure my dose is correct When my health provider requests it Both of the above Submit Here The side effects of a blood thinner / anticoagulant are: Bleeding Bruising Clotting A and B Submit Here Minor bleeding may be treated by: Applying pressure to the bleeding site Contacting a health professional if it doesn’t stop within 4 hours Contacting a health professional if it doesn’t stop within 2 hours If major bleeding occurs go to your local emergency department A B and D A C and D Submit Here Submit your quiz Default Select Hospital Stollery Children’s Hospital Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Boston Children’s Hospital Texas Children’s Hospital Lurie Children’s Hospital Children’s Hospital, St. Louis ShareTweet
Introduction to Low Molecular Weight Heparins Video 1 of 2 in the Bridge for Procedures or Surgery Series In this video we introduce injectable heparins. Take the Quiz! Video Quiz Heparin is a (an): Anticoagulant Antibiotic Blood pressure medication Submit Here Injectable heparin may prescribed to people of all ages to: Prevent an abnormal blood clot Treat an abnormal blood clot Both of the above None of the above Submit Here There are many different injectable heparins. My health provider will choose the best medication for me. Each injectable heparin is: Is measured differently Comes in different strengths or concentrations Should be given at the intervals your health provider tells you to 6.37 I must review the correct measure with my pharmacist each time I pick up my injectable heparin A and C All of the above Submit Here Giving a heparin injection is easy as PIE. PIE refers to: Purchase Injection Effect Prepare Inject Eliminate (side effects and hazards) Peel Ingredient Eat Pie Is Exceptional Submit Here When preparing the injection site it is important to: Use a site that has not been used recently Use a site that has no bruising Use a site that has no lumps or bumps Use a site that has no scars Ensure it is clean and dry All of the above Submit Here Injectable heparin may be given in the: Front of the arms Thighs Calves Abdomen in adults The backs of the arms B D and E A B and E Submit Here To minimize bruising at the injection site I should: Rub the site gently Apply pressure to the site for about 5 minutes I don’t need to do anything Submit Here Blood work may be required to: Ensure my dose is correct When my health provider requests it Both of the above Submit Here The side effects of a blood thinner / anticoagulant are: Bleeding Bruising Clotting A and B Submit Here Minor bleeding may be treated by: Applying pressure to the bleeding site Contacting a health professional if it doesn’t stop within 4 hours Contacting a health professional if it doesn’t stop within 2 hours If major bleeding occurs go to your local emergency department A B and D A C and D Submit Here Submit your quiz Default Select Hospital Stollery Children’s Hospital Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Boston Children’s Hospital Texas Children’s Hospital Lurie Children’s Hospital Children’s Hospital, St. Louis ShareTweet