Does rtpa cause hypertension?

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I know fibrinolytic is contraindicated for hypertension. Please help me by answering the question. If your answer is d) please explain. I just want to understand the logic not specifics (Already, there is a lot of specific informationa on the internet about the bp cut off criteria). thank you.

Is rtpa contraindicated in hypertension because...

a) rtpa could further increase BP

b) rtpa is contraindicated in potential hemorrage situation and hypertension predisposes aneurysm/bleeding.

c) both

d) neither

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Specializes in Emergency & Trauma/Adult ICU.

What does your drug guide say about side effects / adverse effects of fibrolytics?

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No it's not D.

You can pose the question and google that, you will find some good sources on the why? part. I just did.

"Why is rtpa contraindicated in hypertensive patients?"

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I appreciate both Altra and netglow. I did look at my drug book and searched on internet. Trust me I would not wait for forum replies before I search the internet and drug book.

My drug book lists some side effects of thrombolytics as bleeding and hypotension. I cannot assume tpa causes hypotension because the hypotension they listed could be the secondary to bleeding. It does not explain the reason behind tpa contraindication in hypertension.

So, I would appreciate an explanation as to why thrombolytics are contraindicated for hypertension or some link I can read up on. Or is any of my above answer options true?

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What happens to a person's blood flow, and vasculature when they have HBP (talking notably high HBP)?

What is rtpa supposed to do do physiologically?

...when blood is being forced through a body with notably high pressure ...and that blood has been treated with something that actually thwarts the clotting process ...

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What happens to a person's blood flow, and vasculature when they have HBP (talking notably high HBP)?

What is rtpa supposed to do do physiologically?

...when blood is being forced through a body with notably high pressure ...and that blood has been treated with something that actually thwarts the clotting process ...

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Specializes in ER/ float.
I appreciate both Altra and netglow. I did look at my drug book and searched on internet. Trust me I would not wait for forum replies before I search the internet and drug book.

My drug book lists some side effects of thrombolytics as bleeding and hypotension. I cannot assume tpa causes hypotension because the hypotension they listed could be the secondary to bleeding. It does not explain the reason behind tpa contraindication in hypertension.

So, I would appreciate an explanation as to why thrombolytics are contraindicated for hypertension or some link I can read up on. Or is any of my above answer options true?

Does anyone do their own homework at all anymore or simply ask nurses online for the answer?Why not just ask a reader to find the answer for you? Lately I have seen some of the most entry level questions and posts on this site from real nurses. I am beginning to wonder how some made it through school at all. Its called patho, learn it and understand how meds work on the system and sooner or later that light bulb will go on.

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Specializes in ER/ICU/STICU.
Does anyone do their own homework at all anymore or simply ask nurses online for the answer?Why not just ask a reader to find the answer for you? Lately I have seen some of the most entry level questions and posts on this site from real nurses. I am beginning to wonder how some made it through school at all. Its called patho, learn it and understand how meds work on the system and sooner or later that light bulb will go on.

Because eventually someone will come along and give them the answer.

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I combed through the web source netglow had suggested, and nowhere does it explain my question. For those of you who has nothing better to do than leaving sarcastic comments, this site is not only limited to highly experienced nurses. If you don't like it, dont' read it. Why don't you write to the website, and the congressman since you seem to have a lot of time, to block questions that you deem too easy. BTW, I love the "ignore" button to block out your future comments on any postings so I don't have to waste my time reading dumb comments.

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I combed through the web source netglow had suggested, and nowhere does it explain my question. For those of you who has nothing better to do than leaving sarcastic comments, this site is not only limited to highly experienced nurses. If you don't like it, dont' read it. Why don't you write to the website, and the congressman since you seem to have a lot of time, to block questions that you deem too easy. BTW, I love the "ignore" button to block out your future comments on any postings so I don't have to waste my time reading dumb comments.

unsaint, this is a very basic, easy, critical thinking question.

netglow tried (in vain) to lead you on the path to your own, "a-ha" moment.

I won't coddle you, if you're an RN (or even a first or second year student) and can't figure this out by adding 1 + 1, God help you. It's like asking where does pee come from.

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Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.
I combed through the web source netflow had suggested, and nowhere does it explain my question. For those of you who has nothing better to do than leaving sarcastic comments, this site is not only limited to highly experienced nurses. If you don't like it, don't' read it. Why don't you write to the website, and the congressman since you seem to have a lot of time, to block questions that you deem too easy. BTW, I love the "ignore" button to block out your future comments on any postings so I don't have to waste my time reading dumb comments.

Don't be unkind. :nono:

But there are many who come thinking this is ASKallnurses or allnurses answers.com. Part of the learning experience in nursing school is to get your investigative thought processes developed as not 2 patients with the same presentation will respond to treatment in the same way.

Think....what are the complications/side effect of severs uncontrolled hypertension'

High blood pressure (hypertension): Complications - MayoClinic.com

What are the effects of TPA....what does it do....what can happen.

https://www.careinternet.net/caregiver/thrombolytictherapy.php

Not That I am a wikifan, but I posted this link on your other post the answers are in the article and it is well sourced.

Stroke - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Peace..:smokin:

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