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While the postpartum client is receiving heparin for thrombophlebitis, which of the following drugs would the nurse expect to administer if the client develops complications related to heparin therapy?
A. Calcium gluconate
B. Protamine sulfate
C. Methylergonovine (Methergine)
D. Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin)
👍🏼✨Correct Answer: B. Protamine sulfate✨✔️
Protamine sulfate is a heparin antagonist given intravenously to counteract bleeding complications caused by heparin overdose.
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