A Client Asks the Nurse Why an Antidysrhythmic Drug Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client asks the nurse why an antidysrhythmic drug is not prescribed for prophylaxis.Which statement should the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)"You should speak with your physician about receiving a prescription for prophylaxis."
• B)"These drugs are only prescribed for prophylaxis if you have a family history of dysrhythmias."
• C)"Research studies have found that the use of antidysrhythmic medications for prophylaxis can actually increase patient mortality."
• D)"Antidysrhythmics have the ability not only to correct dysrhythmias but also to worsen or even create new dysrhythmias."
• E)"These drugs cannot be prescribed for prophylaxis since you have a history of diabetes."