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CCRN Critical Care Nursing

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Because of the high incidence of myocardial infarctions related to thrombus formation, anticoagulants and Thrombolytic Therapy is considered to be standards of care in the treatment of acute myocardial infarction. When should Thrombolytic Care be started in the patient suspected of having a myocardial infarction?
  1. Within one hour of onset of symptoms
  2. Within 4 hours of onset of symptoms
  3. Within 9 hours of onset of symptoms
  4. Within 12 hours of onset of symptoms
Explanation
Answer: D - Thrombolytic Care should be started in the patient suspected of having a myocardial infarction within 12 hours of the onset of symptoms. Ideally, it is started within 6 hours of onset of symptom. Studies have not shown a benefit when treatment is delayed longer than 6 hours.
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