A Patient with a History of Atrial Fibrillation Is Experiencing

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of atrial fibrillation is experiencing a massive gastrointestinal bleed.The patient is prescribed vasopressin.The nurse would be most concerned about the development of which adverse effect?

• A)Abdominal cramping
• B)Nausea
• C)Vertigo
• D)Increase in blood pressure

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Definitions:

Urine Concentration

The process by which the kidneys regulate the electrolyte balance and water content in the body by adjusting the volume and concentration of urine.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone also known as vasopressin that helps control the balance of water in the body by reducing the amount of water excreted in the urine.

Insulin

Pancreatic hormone that encourages uptake of glucose by target cells; lowers level of glucose in the blood.

Unwanted Solutes

Substances dissolved in a fluid (like water) that are not desired, often requiring processes for their removal.