Warfarin - Uses and Side Effects

Coumadin (or warfarin) is the most commonly used oral anticoagulant drug, often called a blood thinner. It is used to prevent blood clots in veins or arteries, reducing the risk of heart attacks & strokes. Coumadin is given for long-term prevention or management of: venous thrombosis (blood clot in a vein, including DVT), pulmonary embolism (blockage of an artery in the lungs), or embolisms associated with atrial fibrillation or prosthetic heart valves. Additionally, after a heart attack, Coumadin is given to reduce the risk of a recurring heart attack, stroke, & death. Check out our online test prep courses! https://www.mometrix.com/university For more resources on this topic, go to: https://www.mometrix.com/academy/warf... IF APPLICABLE: Watch our Nursing review playlist!    • Somatic Pain   Mometrix Study Guides: https://www.mometrix.com Mometrix Flashcards: https://www.flashcardsecrets.com/ More Test Prep Resources: https://www.mometrix.com/academy Follow Mometrix Academy on Pinterest:   / mometrixacademy   #mometrixacademy #warfarin