A patient is receiving thrombolytic therapy.
a. How does the nurse monitor for the most serious complication from thrombolytic therapy?
b. Performing neurologic checks and monitoring for level of consciousness
c. Auscultating for breath sounds and counting respiratory rates
d. Assessing the IV site and watching for infiltration and swelling
e. Checking patency of the Foley catheter and monitoring urinary output
Answer: a. How does the nurse monitor for the most serious complication from thrombolytic therapy?
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