Which of the following is the MOST appropriate next step in managing this patient’s condition?
A. Use a new batch of heparin and notify the manufacturer of inefficacy of this batch Wrong Choice!
B. Switch to bivalirudin Correct Choice
C. Transfuse packed red blood cells Wrong Choice!
D. Cease further boluses, but rather double the infusion rate Wrong Choice!
Answer:B
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate next step in managing this patient’s condition?
A. Use a new batch of heparin and notify the manufacturer of inefficacy of this batch Wrong Choice! B. Switch to bivalirudin Correct Choice C. Transfuse packed red blood cells Wrong Choice! D. Cease further boluses, but rather double the infusion rate Wrong Choice!