When administering a sympatholytic agent, the nurse understands this agent will:
a. block alpha-and beta- adrenergic receptors.
b. deplete stores of acetylcholine.
c. stimulate the release of norepinephrine.
d. inhibit sympathetic activity by direct action on the CNS.
ANS: A, D
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Correct a. and d. These are actions of sympatholytic or adrenergic blocking agents.
Incorrect b. and c. These are not actions of these agents.
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