Which Information About a Patient Who Is Receiving Vasopressin (Pitressin)

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which information about a patient who is receiving vasopressin (Pitressin) to treat septic shock is most important for the nurse to communicate to the heath care provider?

• A) The patient's heart rate is 108 beats/min.
• B) The patient is complaining of chest pain.
• C) The patient's peripheral pulses are weak.
• D) The patient's urine output is 15 mL/hr.

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