A patient is receiving a thrombolytic medication. The patient calls the nurse to report having bloody diarrhea. The nurse will anticipate administering which medication?

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Bloody diarrhea is a sign of gastrointestinal bleeding, which is a potential adverse effect of thrombolytic medications. Aminocaproic acid can be used to treat bleeding associated with the use of thrombolytics. Enoxaparin, protamine sulfate, and vitamin K would not be appropriate for this situation.

A Patient Is Receiving a Thrombolytic Medication