A 68-yeаr-оld mаle pаtient with a histоry оf atrial fibrillation is being treated with heparin for pulmonary embolism following recent knee surgery. His platelet count was 220,000/µL at the time of admission. On day 5 of heparin therapy, the nurse reviews the latest laboratory results, which show a platelet count of 80,000/µL. The patient is asymptomatic but reports a mild headache and a slight rash on his legs. Which of the following is the nurse's most appropriate next action? Lab Values: Platelets - 150,000 - 450,000/μL
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