The patient has a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and is admitted for initial heparin therapy. Which orders would the nurse want to validate with the physician?
A) Heparin 1000 units intravenous (IV) every 6 hours
B) Tylenol as needed (PRN) for headaches
C) Obtaining a daily weight on the patient
D) Advil as needed (PRN) for headaches
E) Low vitamin K diet
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