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Instituting Patient-Self Test Meters In Adults On Warfarin In A Cardiology Practice, Melvyn Grace Manzano Rabanal
Instituting Patient-Self Test Meters In Adults On Warfarin In A Cardiology Practice, Melvyn Grace Manzano Rabanal
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Background: Warfarin is the oral anticoagulant that is most commonly used to control and prevent thromboembolic disorders. It requires meticulous testing and dosing adjustments to attain therapeutic international normalized ratio (INR) levels. Patient self-testing (PST) is associated with a reduced risk of all-cause mortality and lower rates of thromboembolism and bleeding. PST meters offers convenience and promotes self-initiative of care.
Purpose: The purpose of the project is to evaluate the effectiveness of INR PST in adult patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, deep vein thrombosis, and mechanical heart valve on warfarin therapy in a Cardiology practice compared to traditional …