Croup facts. 1  Croup is an infection of the larynx, trachea, and the bronchial tubes usually caused by viruses. 2  Croup is contagious, especially during the first few days of the illness. 3  A cough that sounds like a barking seal and a harsh raspy Darth Vader sound during inhalation are symptoms of croup.
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11,763 Views 3 Comments. 1  my unit will send a patient to the cath lab with the heparin gtt infusing. cath lab will stop the drip and discontinue the order before sending the patient back post cath. 2  3 Comments. Comment. 3  Jun 11, '13. Higher weight molecular heparin is cleared from circulation faster than LWMH.  Jun 11, '13.