A patient with a non-ST-segment-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) is receiving heparin. What is the purpose of the heparin?
A) Platelet aggregation is enhanced by IV heparin infusion.
B) Heparin will dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart.
C) Coronary artery plaque size and adherence are decreased with heparin.
D) Heparin will prevent the development of new clots in the coronary arteries.
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