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

Which condition is NOT an indication for thrombolytic therapy?

1. Acute myocardial infarction

2. Hypertension

3. Deep vein thrombosis

4. Pulmonary embolism

The correct answer is: Hypertension

Thrombolytic therapy is used to dissolve existing blood clots, making it an effective treatment for various cardiovascular conditions such as acute myocardial infarction, deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. However, hypertension, or high blood pressure, is not a condition that can be treated with thrombolytic therapy. This is because hypertension is caused by elevated or persistent high blood pressure, not by blood clots. In fact, thrombolytic therapy can potentially worsen hypertension and lead to adverse side effects. Therefore, hypertension is not an indication for thrombolytic therapy.