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Abstract WP72: A Stroke System’s Implementation and Analysis After Transitioning to Tenecteplase, a Novel Thrombolytic

Stroke Journal

The transition from Alteplase to Tenecteplase for AIS patients eligible for thrombolysis occurred on June 6, 2022. Nurses were provided with dosing table and care instruction badge backers. EHR Alteplase references were changed to thrombolysis. All impacted disciplines received education, including nursing skills demonstration.

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Abstract WMP27: Strategies to Mitigate Tenecteplase (TNK) Dosing Errors in Acute Ischemic Stroke

Stroke Journal

Tenecteplase (TNK) is currently being used for IV thrombolysis in acute ischemic stroke. Bach, 2023) Education was created and disseminated to inform physicians and nursing of the appropriate dosing of TNK for acute ischemic stroke. Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page AWMP27-AWMP27, February 1, 2024. Genetech, 2023).