NCLEX PN Practice Questions Practice Question
An adult is hospitalized following a myocardial infarction. While the client is receiving heparin, the nurse should have which of the following medications available?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In the context of heparin administration, having protamine sulfate readily available is essential, as it serves as the antidote for heparin overdose, effectively reversing its anticoagulant effects.
Aspirin (Option A) is commonly used in myocardial infarction management but does not counteract heparin. Calcium gluconate (Option B) is used for calcium deficiencies or hyperkalemia, not related to heparin therapy. Vitamin K (Option C) is the antidote for warfarin, not heparin. Therefore, protamine sulfate is critical for ensuring patient safety during heparin treatment.
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