A Client Is Receiving Intravenous Nitroprusside (Nipride)for Shock

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client is receiving intravenous nitroprusside (Nipride) for shock.Which adverse reactions will the nurse assess this client for when administering the infusion? Select all that apply.

• A) Muscle spasms
• B) Tachycardia
• C) Confusion
• D) Gastrointestinal bleeding
• E) Disorientation

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Definitions:

Ambiguous Pictures

Images that can be interpreted in multiple ways or have unclear elements, often used in psychological assessments to explore perceptions and unconscious thoughts.

Thought

The process of considering, reasoning, or reflecting about something, which forms part of human cognition.

Experience Assessment

The evaluation of individual experiences, often to gauge their impact on personal development or psychological state.

Ambiguous Stimulus

A stimulus that lacks clarity and can be interpreted in more than one way due to its vague nature.