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Which information does the nurse need to know before administering the heparin?

Which information does the nurse need to know before administering the heparin?

The nurse is preparing to care for a patient newly diagnosed with thrombophlebitis who is scheduled to receive heparin 5000 units subcutaneously now and every 8 hours. the heparin comes from the pharmacy as a multi-dose vial. which information does the nurse need to know about the medication and vial before administering? Which information does the nurse need to know before administering the heparin?