A client being treated for an acute myocardial infarction is to receive tissue plasminogen activator (Genevase). The nurse would be correct in providing which explanation to the client regarding the purpose of this drug? *1 pointA. This "nitrate" promotes vasodilation of the coronary arteries.B. This "clot buster" dissolves clots within a coronary artery.C. This "blood thinner" will help prevent the formation of a new clot.D. This "volume expander" improves myocardial perfusion by increasing output.
Question
A client being treated for an acute myocardial infarction is to receive tissue plasminogen activator (Genevase). The nurse would be correct in providing which explanation to the client regarding the purpose of this drug? *1 pointA. This "nitrate" promotes vasodilation of the coronary arteries.B. This "clot buster" dissolves clots within a coronary artery.C. This "blood thinner" will help prevent the formation of a new clot.D. This "volume expander" improves myocardial perfusion by increasing output.
Solution
The correct explanation for the purpose of tissue plasminogen activator (Genevase) in treating a client with an acute myocardial infarction would be:
B. This "clot buster" dissolves clots within a coronary artery.
Tissue plasminogen activator is a type of thrombolytic medication, also known as a "clot buster". It works by dissolving blood clots that have formed in the blood vessels of the heart. These clots are the primary cause of heart attacks (myocardial infarctions). By dissolving the clot, the medication helps to restore blood flow to the heart muscle.
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