A nurse is caring for a client with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) that will be discharged from the hospital in the next hour.The nurse notes that the client is unable to provide self-injections at home.Which of the following medications should the nurse expect for discharge to manage the DVT at home?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationaleInsulin is a medication used to manage blood sugar levels in clients with diabetes. It is not appropriate for the management of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) as it has no anticoagulant properties.Choice B rationaleWarfarin (Coumadin) is an oral anticoagulant commonly prescribed for the long-term management of DVT. It is suitable for clients who are unable to self-administer injections, making it a practical option for discharge.Choice C rationaleHeparin is an anticoagulant that is typically administered via injection or IV. For clients unable to self-inject at home, it is not the best choice for managing DVT after discharge.Choice D rationaleEnoxaparin (Lovenox) is a low-molecular-weight heparin that is also administered via injection. For clients unable to perform self-injections, this medication would not be the most appropriate option for home management of DVT.