The patient with a deep venous thrombosis is on a protocol of IV urokinase. The nurse clarifies that this drug will:
a. reduce the threat of pulmonary embolus.
b. dissolve the clot.
c. prevent platelet aggregation.
d. reduce inflammation and pain.
B
Urokinase is given IV to dissolve the clot. The patient is very carefully monitored for bleeding.
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