The nurse is caring for a patient with a deep vein thrombosis who is receiving intravenous heparin. The nurse should monitor which of these laboratory tests specifically for the effects of the heparin?

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PTT (partial thromboplastin time) is a laboratory test that specifically measures the effects of heparin, as it evaluates the time it takes for blood to clot. Monitoring PTT levels helps ensure the patient is receiving the correct dose of heparin to prevent further clot formation without causing excessive bleeding. The other options, such as bleeding time, PT (prothrombin time), and platelet count, do not provide specific information about the effects of heparin.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Deep