Giovanni Is Treated with a Adrenergic Drug After He Experiences

question 4

Multiple Choice

Giovanni is treated with a adrenergic drug after he experiences cardiac arrest from being hit in the chest with a baseball.What adverse effects is often associated with the use of adrenergics?

• A)hypoglycemia
• B)cardiac arrhythmias
• C)hypotension
• D)bradycardia

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