The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Non-ST-Segment-Elevation

question 37

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with a non-ST-segment-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) who is receiving heparin. Which of the following information explains the purpose of the heparin?

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

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