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Documentation - Anticoagulant Drug Therapy

Documentation - Anticoagulant Drug Therapy

Anticoagulants are a family of medications that stop your blood from clotting too easily. They can break down existing clots or prevent clots from forming in the first place. These medications can help stop life-threatening conditions like strokes, heart attacks and pulmonary embolisms, all of which can occur because of a blood clot. Residents who take anticoagulants have a high risk of internal bleeding, especially in their brain, from falls and injuries. This program was developed to assist you in understanding how anticoagulants work and being alert to signs and symptoms of a life-threatening event.  

Objectives

  • Describe what an anticoagulation medication is  
  • Describe what an anticoagulation medication is used for 
  • Identify the risks associated with the use of anticoagulation medications 
  • Identify why residents receiving anticoagulation medications are at higher risk for injuries related to falls 


As HealthCap RMS works to upgrade delivery of education in line with the July 1, 2026 accreditation standards; issuance of ANCC credits is temporarily paused.  If this webinar qualifies for NAB credits, those are still active. 
Call the HealthCap Education Coordinator at 734-996-2700 for further information.

Angie Szumlinski, LNHA, RN, GERO-BC, RAC-CT, BS

Director of Risk Management

HealthCap Risk Management Services

Ms. Szumlinski is a nationally-recognized leader in long-term care with experience as an Owner/Provider, Administrator, Director of Nursing, Corporate Quality Assurance Coordinator and independent consultant. Ms. Szumlinski conducts risk management visits at facilities across the country, touching every acuity level within the post-acute care spectrum. Ms. Szumlinski served as an Associate Board Member for NCAL, is a member of the AHCA/NCAL Survey/Regulatory committee, NCAL Quality committee, HCAM Legal/ Clinical Committee and served as a Senior Examiner/Team Leader for the AHCA/NCAL Quality Award Program for 7 years. Ms. Szumlinski is a Nurse Planner for the HealthCap® RMS ANCC accredited education program.

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