A Nursing Student Asks a Nurse Why a Patient in Hypertensive

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nursing student asks a nurse why a patient in hypertensive crisis is receiving both intravenous sodium nitroprusside (Nitropress) and oral hydralazine (Apresoline) . The nurse will explain that this is done to prevent:

• A) cyanide poisoning.
• B) fluid retention.
• C) rebound hypertension.
• D) reflex tachycardia.

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Definitions:

Family Engagement

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Diagnosis Acceptance

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