A nurse would administer vasopressin (Pressyn) cautiously to a client with which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Sleep apnea
B) Migraine headaches
C) Asthma
D) Seizure disorders
E) Angina
Ans: B, C, D, E
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Vasopressin (Pressyn) is used cautiously in clients with a history of seizure disorder, migraine headaches, asthma, congestive heart failure, or vascular disease (angina and myocardial infarction).
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