A client received tissue plasminogen activator (t-PA) after a myocardial infarction and now is on an intravenous infusion of heparin. The clients spouse asks why the client needs this medication. What response by the nurse is best?

A client received tissue plasminogen activator (t-PA) after a myocardial infarction and now is on an intravenous infusion of heparin. The clients spouse asks why the client needs this medication. What response by the nurse is best?

A client received tissue plasminogen activator (t-PA) after a myocardial infarction and now is on an intravenous infusion of heparin. The clients spouse asks why the client needs this medication. What response by the nurse is best?
a.The t-PA didnt dissolve the entire coronary clot.
b.The heparin keeps that artery from getting blocked again.
c.Heparin keeps the blood as thin as possible for a longer time.
d.The heparin prevents a stroke from occurring as the t-PA wears off.

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