Practice Question
What is the main side effect of IV Thrombolytic therapy TPA?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Bleeding
Rationale:
🔶 TPA (tissue plasminogen activator) breaks down clots, but it impairs clotting ability systemically.
🔶 It can lead to intracerebral hemorrhage, the most feared complication.
🔶 Monitor for hematuria, epistaxis, bruising, and any neurological change.
🔶 The benefit-to-risk ratio must be assessed before administration.
🔶 Frequent neuro assessments are essential post-infusion
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
- Answer Choices: 4
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