Keywords

evidence-based management of HIT, heparin, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia

Authors

1. Fennessy-Cooney, Maureen DNP, FNP-BC, CCRN

Abstract

Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a significant complication of heparin therapy. The NP is in a pivotal position to identify patients at greater risk for HIT and promptly diagnose and intervene to prevent serious thrombotic complications.