Enoxaparin (Lovenox) Nursing Considerations

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Lovenox

Indication

Prevention of VTE, DVT, and PE

Action

Prevents thrombus formation by potentiating the inhibitory effect of antithrom- bin on factor Xa and thrombin. Enoxaparin is a low molecular weight heparin.

Therapeutic Class

Anticoagulant

Pharmacologic Class

Antithrombotic

Nursing Considerations

• Contraindicated in pork hypersensitivity • Monitor for signs of bleeding • Administer in subcutaneous tissue • DO NOT eject air bubble prior to injection • DO NOT aspirate or massage site