Which of the following statements concerning Heparin or Low Molecular Weight Hep

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Which of the following statements concerning Heparin or Low Molecular Weight Heparin is FALSE? A-E A LMWHs are potent Factor Xa inhibitors while unfractionated heparin is more potent in inhibiting Factors lla and Xa B LMWH's are less potent than regular (unfractionated) heparin LMWH's display a predictable pharmacokinetic profile, while unfractionated heparin does not. D Heparin overdose is best treated by administration of vitamin K E Heparin may be associated with life-threatening thrombocytopenia

Explanation / Answer

The correct option is D. Heparin overdose is best treated by administration of vitamin K.

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin, which helps blood clot. It does not treat heparin overdose because it helps synthesize the proteins, which activate the production of clotting factors.

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