Anticoagulants

What is the antidote for Heparin?

• Vitamin K

• Protamine sulfate

• Aspirin

• Warfarin

Which medication is safe for use during pregnancy?

• Warfarin

• Heparin

• Aspirin

• Ibuprofen

How is Warfarin administered?

• Intravenously (IV)

• Subcutaneously (SubQ)

• Orally (PO)

• Topically

Which of the following is a side effect of Heparin?

• Nausea

• Bleeding

• Headache

• Drowsiness

What is the mechanism of action of Heparin?

• Inhibits vitamin K production

• Prevents thrombin activation

• Increases platelet production

• Reduces blood pressure

What is the half-life of heparin?

• 60 minutes

• 1-2 days

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

Which of the following is monitored by aPTT?

• Heparin

• Enoxaparin

• Warfarin

• Aspirin

Which anticoagulant has a higher risk of HIT (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia)?

• Heparin

• Enoxaparin

• Warfarin

• Dabigatran

What is the reversal agent for Enoxaparin?

• Protamine

• Vitamin K

• Activated charcoal

• Fresh frozen plasma

Which anticoagulant is cleared in the kidneys?

• Enoxaparin

• Heparin

• Warfarin

• Aspirin