A patient presented to the Emergency Department with complai…
A patient presented to the Emergency Department with complaints of swelling and redness in her right lower leg. Her home medications include combination oral contraception and a multivitamin. The Health Care Provider (HCP) diagnosed the patient with a Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the right lower extremity, and ordered warfarin (Coumadin) and heparin IV. What specfic labs regarding anticoagulation therapeutic goals should the nurse monitor for each medication? The nurse should montior for warfarin (Coumadin) therapeutic effects. The nurse should monitor for heparin IV anticoagulation therapeutic effects. Note: Full credit can only be obtained by stating both correct choices.