Abstract
Previously administered in cases of acetaminophen toxicity, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) is now also being used in the management of acute myocardial ischemia and reperfusion injury. NAC potentiates the beneficial effects of nitrates such as nitroglycerin and reduces oxidative stress on the heart. The critical care nurse plays an important role in optimizing the therapeutic benefits of NAC and minimizing its potential harmful effects.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 122-131 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Dimensions of critical care nursing : DCCN |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1997 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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Stewart, S., Ryan, C., & Poropat, S. (1997). Managing patients with acute myocardial ischemia and reperfusion injury with N-acetylcysteine. Dimensions of critical care nursing : DCCN, 16(3), 122-131. https://doi.org/10.1097/00003465-199705000-00002