A client arrives in the emergency department with tachycardia, hypertension, and excessive central nervous system stimulation related to intake of a large dose of cocaine. To treat these manifestations, the nurse prepares to administer:
a. IV propranolol. c. IV lidocaine.
b. diazepam by mouth. d. haloperidol IM.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Propranolol IV will decrease tachycardia, elevated BP, and excessive CNS stimulation.
B Incorrect: This is not the route or drug of choice for these manifestations.
C Incorrect: This is not the drug of choice for these manifestations.
D Incorrect: This is not the route or drug of choice for these manifestations.
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