Heparin: Anticoagulation Principles - Part 2: Dosing and Side Effects

This is a three part lecture series on heparin. In part two, the following objectives will be covered:
• Describe how to dose heparin using established weight-based protocols.
• Explain the limitations of using the aPTT when monitoring heparin.
• List the adverse effects of heparin and key in on heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.

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I'm on dialysis 3x a week, heparin is given( not sure how often) but I'm concerned because now my potassium levels are high( was given Lokelma biocarb to drink to reduce) could heparin have caused increased potassium ? What questions should I ask my Dr.?