A Patient with a Non-ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI)

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient with a non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) is receiving heparin. What is the purpose of the heparin?

• A) Heparin will dissolve the clot that is blocking blood flow to the heart.
• B) Coronary artery plaque size and adherence are decreased with heparin.
• C) Heparin will prevent the development of clots in the coronary arteries.
• D) Platelet aggregation is enhanced by IV heparin infusion.

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