A Patient Who Takes a Beta Adrenergic Blocker Is at Risk

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient who takes a beta adrenergic blocker is at risk of developing shock after an accident. The nurse is aware that the patient's medication use may alter which assessment finding associated with shock?

• A) Tachycardia
• B) Declining mental status
• C) Cyanosis
• D) Tachypnea

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Definitions:

Crowding-out Effect

A situation where increased government spending leads to a reduction in private sector investment due to higher interest rates.

Aggregate Demand

The total amount of goods and services demanded in the economy at a given overall price level and in a given time period.

Aggregate Demand

The total demand for all goods and services in an economy at a given overall price level and at a given time.

Consumption

The use of goods and services by households.