The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving an adrenergic blocking agent. While writing the care plan for this patient what nursing diagnoses would be most appropriate concerning comfort?
A) Acute pain related to cardiovascular and systemic effects
B) Decreased cardiac output related to cardiovascular effects
C) Ineffective airway clearance related to lack of bronchodilating effects
D) Deficient knowledge regarding drug therapy
A
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All four options would be appropriate nursing diagnoses for a patient receiving an adrenergic blocking agent. However, acute pain would be the only nursing diagnosis related to the patient's comfort level.
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