Abstract
Part two of this series on the care of the surgical patient introduces readers to some of the additional risks associated with patients who are undergoing surgery and taking oral anticoagulants. It explores the use of vitamin K antagonists and heparin. Some of the management strategies and additional considerations that need to be addressed during the perioperative care continuum will also be discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1242-1246 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | British Journal of Nursing |
Volume | 29 |
Issue number | 21 |
Early online date | 26 Nov 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 26 Nov 2020 |