A Client Has Received Thrombolytic Therapy After an ST Segment

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client has received thrombolytic therapy after an ST segment myocardial infarction (STEMI) . A half-hour later, the nurse notices frequent PVCs. The most appropriate action by the nurse is to

• A) administer lidocaine per the dysrhythmia protocol.
• B) document the finding and conclude the therapy worked.
• C) prepare to send the client for emergent PTCA.
• D) request an order for an anxiolytic medication.

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