The patient has a deep vein thrombosis (DVT)and is admitted for initial heparin therapy.Which order(s)would the nurse want to validate with the physician? Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Heparin is usually given as a continuous infusion for DVT, not intermittent doses like 1,000 units every 6 hours. Advil (ibuprofen) should be avoided due to increased bleeding risk with heparin. A low vitamin K diet is not necessary for heparin therapy, as it is more relevant for patients on warfarin.

The Patient Has a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)and Is Admitted