What class of antiarrhythmic agent would the nurse be most likely to administer to a lactating new mother?
A) Class Ib
B) Class II
C) Class III
D) Class IV
B
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Class I, III, and IV agents should not be used during lactation; if they are needed, another method of feeding the baby should be used. This leaves only class II drugs for consideration if the mother is lactating.
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