A nurse is considering contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which of the following patients is an appropriate candidate for fibrinolytic therapy?

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Fibrinolytic therapy is used to dissolve blood clots in patients with conditions such as acute myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, and ischemic stroke. Contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy include bleeding disorders, recent major surgery or trauma, history of hemorrhagic stroke, and active peptic ulcer disease. Out of the given options, only patient C with a history of a motor vehicle accident 1 year ago is an appropriate candidate for fibrinolytic therapy.  Patients with inflammatory bowel disease are not contraindicated for fibrinolytic therapy.

A Nurse Is Considering Contraindications to Fibrinolytic Therapy