A client is nearing the completion of an intravenous infusion of alteplase (Activase).The nurse prepares to hang which of the following drugs next as part of standard drug protocol?

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Heparin is often used after alteplase to prevent re-occlusion of the vessel. Morphine sulfate and nitroglycerin are not routinely given after alteplase. Streptokinase, although similar to alteplase, is not typically given sequentially due to a risk of bleeding.

A Client Is Nearing the Completion of an Intravenous Infusion