Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam

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What are important signs to monitor when a patient is taking thrombolytic drugs?

  1. Increased heart rate

  2. Yellowing of the skin

  3. Pink, red, or cloudy urine and black, tarry stools

  4. Persistent cough

The correct answer is: Pink, red, or cloudy urine and black, tarry stools

Possible explanation When a patient is taking thrombolytic drugs, it is important to monitor for any signs of internal bleeding, which is a known side effect of these medications. Pink, red, or cloudy urine and black, tarry stools are signs of blood in the urine and stool, respectively, indicating potential internal bleeding. Increased heart rate may also be a sign of bleeding or other cardiovascular complications, but it is not specific to thrombolytic drugs. Yellowing of the skin and persistent cough are not typically associated with thrombolytic drug use, so they are incorrect options. It is important to monitor for these specific signs to catch any potential bleeding early and prevent further complications.

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