2007-03-02 21:48:15 · 6 answers · asked by curious 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
Sodium Heparin is given INTRAVENOUSLY through a syringe pump in situation where Full Anticoagulation is needed.
Calcium Heparin is given subcutaneously in the abdominal wall when there is a situation for prevention of thrombosis(clot formation) is needed.
Hope this answers your question.
2007-03-06 03:27:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1st, know the PTT level. Heparin may not need to be given depending on the level of bleeding time. 2nd, Heparin should be given subcutaneously. So, give it in the fat of the back of the upper arm, the stomach (2 inches away from the umbilicus, or belly button), the anterior aspects of the thigh, or the upper back. Because Heparin is an anticoagulant, you should not aspirate before injecting the medicine. Heparin may also be given intravenously. So check your physicians orders before giving it.
2007-03-03 13:29:11 · answer #2 · answered by amanda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only way to give it is the way the Dr. ordered it. Is it to be given IV or subq?
2007-03-03 06:02:47 · answer #3 · answered by kmv 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on WHY it's ordered.
SubQ : DVT prevention
IV : full anticoagulation
2007-03-04 14:56:42 · answer #4 · answered by ckm1956 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must ask a medical professional the answer to this. Each person is different. Call your pharmacy or your doctor's office.
Please ask a pro.
2007-03-03 05:57:06 · answer #5 · answered by Tellin' U Da Truth! 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
subq
2007-03-03 10:22:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋