A child is prescribed warfarin (Coumadin).Which laboratory values does the nurse monitor? (Select all that apply.)
A)Electrolytes
B)Hematocrit (Hct)
C)International normalized ratio (INR)
D)Partial thromboplastin time (PTT)
E)Prothrombin time (PT)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Coumadin is monitored using the PT and INR.Electrolytes and hematocrit are important laboratory values but are not specific for this drug.The PTT is used to monitor heparin therapy.

A Child Is Prescribed Warfarin (Coumadin)