For the client in shock receiving atropine sulfate the nurse must:
a. monitor the pulse every 5 minutes.
b. monitor the blood pressure every 15 minutes.
c. treat extravasations with phenylephrine.
d. insert a Foley catheter for continuous urinary output monitoring.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Atropine increases the heart rate, which can lead to tachydysrhythmias.
B Incorrect: Atropine does not act by altering blood pressure.
C Incorrect: Atropine does not require special treatment for infiltration.
D Incorrect: Urinary output should be monitored every 30 minutes with atropine.
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