Coumadin/Warfarin Log Sheet
Author | : Mohamed YAZIDI |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 50 |
Release | : 2021-05-03 |
ISBN-10 | : 9798746116796 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (96 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: The INR is an indicator of blood coagulation materialized by a number and which will make it possible to judge the effectiveness of treatment with AVK. After each INR measurement, the measured value must be entered in the AVK logbook.Depending on the patient's situation, different INR values can be targeted:The target INR (value to be reached) is between 2 and 3 for the prevention of phlebitis, pulmonary embolism and atrial fibrillations. An INR between 3 and 4.5 is targeted if the risk of thrombosis is very high, or in people with heart valves.The patient should consult their doctor to find out their target INR. The target INR is likely to be adjusted during treatment.