A Patient Is Taking a Vasodilator That Relaxes Smooth Muscles

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is taking a vasodilator that relaxes smooth muscles in veins. To help minimize drug side effects, the nurse caring for this patient will:

• A) caution the patient not to get up abruptly.
• B) encourage the patient to increase fluid intake.
• C) tell the patient to report shortness of breath.
• D) warn the patient about the possibility of bradycardia.

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