A Nurse Is Discussing Adenosine with a Nursing Student

question 6

Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing adenosine with a nursing student. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "Adenosine acts by suppressing action potentials in the SA and AV nodes."
• B) "Adenosine can be used to prevent paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome."
• C) "Adenosine has a half-life that lasts only a few seconds and must be given intravenously."
• D) "Adenosine is not effective for treating atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or ventricular dysrhythmias."

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Definitions:

Immunoglobulins

Proteins produced by the immune system that function as antibodies to help fight off infections.

IgG

A class of immunoglobulins that is the most abundant type of antibody found in blood and extracellular fluid, playing a crucial role in the immune response.

Antihistamine

A type of medication that counteracts the effects of histamine, improving allergy symptoms.