Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis asks the nurse, 'How does heparin work to help with my blood clot?' Which response is most accurate? 'Heparin:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Heparin prevents new clot formation by inhibiting clotting factors, not by thinning blood or dissolving clots.