A patient comes to the ED with anterior chest pain described as a "tearing" sensation. The patient is diaphoretic, nauseated, faint, apprehensive, and blood pressure is 200/130 mm Hg. Which medication is most likely to be ordered for this patient?
a. Antianginal such as nitroglycerin (Nitrobid)
b. Antihypertensive such as sodium nitroprusside (Nipride)
c. Calcium channel antagonist such as amlodipine (Norvasc)
d. Beta blocker such as propranolol (Inderal)
Answer: b. Antihypertensive such as sodium nitroprusside (Nipride)
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A nurse is caring for an elderly client who is unable to walk without a support due to knee pain. During his initial assessment, however, the client does not mention pain
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a. Digoxin b. Aspirin c. Chamomile d. Ginger