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How is LMWH given
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SQ
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what is the bioavailability of LMWH
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90% (more predictable response due to decreased protein binding)
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How is LMWH eliminated?
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almost 100% renally
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What's the half life of lmwh
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180-360
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How do you monitor LMWH
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anti-Xa levels DO NOT FOLLOW aPTT
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What is the LMWH drug?
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Enoxaparin
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What are the LMWH adverse effects
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Bleeding, injection site pain, erythema, hematoma, thrombocytopenia
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Who do you avoid usage in?
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patients on hemodialysis
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How can you reverse LMWH
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protamine can reduce clinical bleeding, may not completely neutralize effects
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How can you COMPLETELY reverse LMWH?
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Fresh frozen plasma
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