Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam 2025 - Free Pharmacology Practice Questions and Study Guide

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What is argatroban indicated for?

Treatment of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation

Active HIT and percutaneous coronary intervention procedures at risk for HIT

Argatroban is indicated for active HIT - Heparin-induced Thrombocytopenia. HIT is a serious condition where the body's immune system creates antibodies to attack and destroy platelets, which can lead to blood clots. Argatroban is also indicated for use during percutaneous coronary intervention procedures to help prevent clot formation. It is not used for treatment of nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, prophylaxis of DVT in low-risk patients, or for treatment of vitamin K deficiency. These other options would require different medications or treatments.

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Prophylaxis of DVT in low-risk patients

Treatment of vitamin K deficiency

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