The client is caring for a client who is prescribed a thrombolytic drug. Which item inthe client's history does not support the use of this medication?
1. Pulmonary embolism
2. Acute MI
3. Postoperative bleeding
4. Cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
3
Rationale 1: Thrombolytics are prescribed for disorders in which a clot has already formed.
Rationale 2: Thrombolytics are prescribed for disorders in which a clot has already formed.
Rationale 3: Postoperative bleeding would not be a reason to prescribe a thrombolytic drug.
Rationale 4: Thrombolytics are prescribed for disorders in which a clot has already formed.
Global Rationale: Postoperative bleeding would not be a reason to prescribe a thrombolytic drug. Thrombolytics are prescribed for disorders in which a clot has already formed, including a pulmonary embolism, acute MI, and cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
You might also like to view...
A child is being prepared for surgery. The parent requests to be present during anesthesia induction. How should the nurse respond?
1. The nurse should tell the parent the names of all the medications the child will receive. 2. The nurse should explain what the parent will see and hear when present during induction. 3. The nurse should tell the parent he will be upset to see his child under anesthesia. 4. The nurse should ignore the request and focus on the child.
During a care conference, a nurse provides everyone with a copy of the latest research on improving the success of breastfeeding for first-time mothers. Which Quality & Safety Education for Nurses competency does this nurse's action support?
A) Quality improvement B) Patient-centered care C) Evidence-based practice D) Teamwork and collaboration
The nurse is aware that pressure ulcers can occur: (Select all that apply.)
a. from any position that causes soft tissue compression. b. because of lack of blood flow (ischemia). c. only in bedbound patients. d. in as little as 90 minutes.
The nurse caring for a client with a diagnosis of subinvolution understands that which of the following is a primary cause of this diagnosis?
1. Afterpains 2. Retained placental fragments from delivery 3. Increased progesterone levels 4. Increased estrogen levels