A client is receiving norepinephrine (Levophed). The nurse knows vital signs must be continually monitored to watch for which effect?
1. Hypertension
2. Bradypnea
3. Oliguria
4. Tachycardia
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Norepinephrine is a powerful vasoconstrictor; thus, continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required to prevent the development of hypertension.
Rationale 2: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required to prevent the development of hypertension.
Rationale 3: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required to prevent the development of hypertension.
Rationale 4: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required to prevent the development of hypertension.
Global Rationale: Norepinephrine is a powerful vasoconstrictor; thus, continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required to prevent the development of hypertension. Bradypnea, oliguria, and tachycardia are not typically monitored when a client is given norepinphrine.
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