• Nurses and pharmacists verify dose and that patient is not on heparin or other anticoagulant prior to administration. • Two RNs independently verify dose prior to administration if the dosing requires manipulation (i.e. drawing up a portion of a vial, or giving a portion of a syringe}. • Anticoagulation comparison chart available on nursing units for reference. • Pharmacists/nurses provide patient education for oral anticoagulants. • Pharmacists monitor labs for appropriate dosing and prevention of adverse events. • Reversal agents and order sets for oral anticoagulants
• Two RNs independently verify dose prior to administration if the dosing requires manipulation (i.e. drawing up a portion of a vial, or giving a portion of a syringe}.
• Anticoagulation comparison chart available on nursing units for reference.
• Pharmacists/nurses provide patient education for oral anticoagulants.
• Pharmacists monitor labs for appropriate dosing and prevention of adverse events.
• Reversal agents and order sets for oral anticoagulants