1
Q
anti-coags indiction
A
prevention of blood clots, stroke
tx of ACS ( not acute)
2
Q
Do anti-coags break down existing clots?
A
No, use alteplase or reteplase
3
Q
List direct factor Xa inhibitors
A
fondaparinux (Arixtra) selective
apixaban (Eliquis)
edoxaban (Savaysa)
rivaroxaban (Xarelto)
betrixaban (Bevyxxa)
4
Q
List direct thrombin inhibitor
A
dabigatran (Pradaxa)
5
Q
List indirect thrombin inhibitor
A
heparin
tinzaparin (Innohep)
dalteparin (Fragmin)
enoxaparin (Lovenox)
6
Q
which blood thinner is ok in preganancy
A
heparin
LMWH
7
Q
Patient education with warfarin
A
avoid alcohol
keep vit K intake consistent
notify provider of sxs stroke or bleeds
8
Q
warfarin indications
A
HF+AF
AF
mechanical heart valves
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