A nurse is caring for a client on IV infusion of heparin.What actions does this nurse include in the client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

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Assessing for bleeding,monitoring aPTT,and using an IV pump for the infusion are all important safety measures for heparin to prevent injury from bleeding.The aPTT needs to be 1.5 to 2 times normal in order to demonstrate that the heparin is therapeutic.Weighing the client is not related.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Client on IV Infusion