Which of the Following Actions Should the Nurse Include in the Plan

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client who is receiving sodium nitroprusside to treat a hypertensive emergency?

• A)Organize nursing activities so that the client has undisturbed sleep for 6 to 8 hours at night.
• B)Assist the client up in the chair for meals to avoid complications associated with immobility.
• C)Use an automated noninvasive blood pressure machine to obtain frequent BP measurements.
• D)Place the client on NPO status to prevent aspiration caused by nausea and the associated vomiting.

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