A patient with symptoms of myocardial infarction has received alteplase within the needed time-frame. What nursing intervention
should the nurse implement to help keep the patient safe? If bleeding occurs at IV site, hold pressure 5 minutes. Implement strict bed rest and pad the side rails Place a fall precautions armband on the patient Insert a foley catheter so patient will not need to go to bathroom
Implement strict bed rest and pad the side rails Attach a fall caution bracelet to the patient
Explanation:
In addition, nitrites should be administered to prevent a recurrence of this acute myocardial infarction, perform cardiovascular studies and evaluate the administration of anticoagulants in the event that the etiology has been a transient thrombosis or embolus.
