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ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
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Which medication should the nurse have available to reverse heparin's effects for a client who has thrombophlebitis and is receiving a continuous heparin infusion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Protamine sulfate. Protamine sulfate is the antidote for heparin, which works by binding to heparin molecules to neutralize its anticoagulant effects. It is used to reverse the effects of heparin in cases of overdose or if immediate reversal is needed. Deferoxamine (
B) is used for iron poisoning, sodium polystyrene sulfonate (
C) for hyperkalemia, and acetylcysteine (
D) for acetaminophen overdose.
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