Which of the following medications dissolves an existing clot?

A) hematinic
B) anticoagulant
C) antiplatelet
D) thrombolytic


D
Explanation: A thrombolytic dissolves an existing clot. A hematinic increases the number of erythrocytes or hemoglobin in the blood. An anticoagulant prevents blood clot formation. An antiplatelet interferes with the action of platelets.

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