The nurse is reviewing the health history for a patient who may be a candidate for thrombolytic therapy for the treatment of an MI. The nurse knows that therapy is contraindicated in which circumstances?
1. Menses
2. A history of intracranial hemorrhage
3. Hemophilia
4. Liver disease
5. Peptic ulcer disease
Correct Answer: 2,3,4,5
Rationale 1: Menses is not a contraindication for thrombolytic therapy.
Rationale 2: A history of intracranial hemorrhage is a contraindication for thrombolytic therapy.
Rationale 3: Hemophilia, a clotting disorder, is a contraindication for thrombolytic therapy.
Rationale 4: Liver disease is a contraindication for thrombolytic therapy.
Rationale 5: Peptic ulcer disease is a contraindication for thrombolytic therapy.
You might also like to view...
A postpartum woman is complaining of a headache that is worsening despite having taken Tylenol (acetaminophen) an hour ago. She delivered yesterday with epidural anesthesia. What action by the nurse is best?
A. Assess if the pain is worse when she sits upright. B. Call the provider and ask for stronger analgesics. C. Document the findings in the patient's chart. D. Notify the health-care provider immediately.
The most common nutrient deficiency in the world is lack of ___________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
When providing care to the Native American culture, it is important to elicit help from the
A) Spiritual healer B) Priestess C) Rabbi D) Preacher
The stimulant Ritalin is most commonly prescribed for:
A. attention deficit hyperactivity disorder b. methamphetamine overdoses c. severe nicotine use disorder d. heroin overdoses