Vasoconstrictors Should Be Avoided in Patients Who Are Using Cocaine

question 9

Multiple Choice

Vasoconstrictors should be avoided in patients who are using cocaine or methamphetamine because these agents may precipitate _________.

• A) severe hypotension
• B) severe hypertension
• C) respiratory depression
• D) cessation of intestinal peristalsis

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Total Interest Expense

The sum of all interest payments made by a company over a reporting period, typically for borrowing funds.

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