Which classification of medications is used to prevent and treat ...

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Which classification of medications is used to prevent and treat excessive bleeding following surgical procedures?
 
  1. Thrombolytics
  2. Anticoagulants
  3. Hemostatics
  4. Antiplatelets

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer alteplase (Activase). In order for this medication to be effective in treating a thrombolytic stroke, when must the medication be administered?
 
  1. 6 hours prior to symptoms
  2. 3 hours prior to symptoms
  3. 24
  4. 12

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1:Thrombolytics are used to dissolve life-threatening clots.
Rationale 2:Anticoagulants are used to prolong bleeding time and prevent thrombi from forming or growing larger.
Rationale 3: Hemostatics are used to prevent and treat excessive bleeding following surgical procedures.
Rationale 4:Antiplatelets are used to interfere with platelet aggregation.

Global Rationale: Hemostatics are used to prevent and treat excessive bleeding following surgical procedures. Thrombolytics, anticoagulants, and antiplatelets are not used for this purpose.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Alteplase must be given within 3 hours of thrombotic stroke to be effective.
Rationale 2: Alteplase must be given within 3 hours of thrombotic stroke to be effective.
Rationale 3: Alteplase must be given within 3 hours of thrombotic stroke to be effective, not 24 hours.
Rationale 4: Alteplase must be given within 3 hours of thrombotic stroke to be effective, not 12 hours.

Global Rationale: Alteplase must be given within 3 hours of thrombotic stroke to be effective.