A pregnant woman is experiencing hypertension. The nurse knows that which drug is commonly used for a pregnant patient who is experiencing hypertension?
a. Mannitol (Osmitrol)
b. Enalapril (Vasotec)
c. Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
d. Methyldopa (Aldomet)
ANS: D
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