The HCP has ordered streptokinase (Streptase), a thrombolytic, intravenously for the client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus. The client has intravenous heparin infusing at 1600 units per hour via a...

The HCP has ordered streptokinase (Streptase), a thrombolytic, intravenously for the client diagnosed with a pulmonary embolus. The client has intravenous heparin infusing at 1600 units per hour via a 20-gauge angiocath. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

1. Administer the streptokinase via a Y-tubing.

2. Start a second intravenous site to infuse the streptokinase.

3. Discontinue the heparin and infuse streptokinase via the 20-gauge angiocath.

4. Piggyback the streptokinase through the heparin line at the port closest to the client.