Posted: July 5th, 2017

Which of these medication orders for a patient with a pulmonary embolism is more important to clarify with the prescribing physician before administration?

Which of these medication orders for a patient with a pulmonary embolism is more important to clarify with the prescribing physician before administration?

A. Warfarin (Coumadin) 1.0 mg by mouth (PO)
B. Morphine sulfate 2 to 4 mg IV
C. Cephalexin (Keflex) 250 mg PO
D. Heparin infusion at 900 units/hr