A postoperative patient reports pain in the left lower extremity. The nurse notes swelling in the lower leg, which feels warm to the touch. The nurse will anticipate giving which medication?

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Enoxaparin is a low-molecular-weight heparin and is used in situations requiring rapid onset of anticoagulant effects, such as massive DVT. Aspirin, clopidogrel, and warfarin are useful for primary prevention but are not used when rapid anticoagulation is required.

A Postoperative Patient Reports Pain in the Left Lower Extremity