In treating the patient with a dysrhythmia of atrial fibrillation with an uncontrolled ventricular response, the nurse may administer
A) lidocaine.
B) bretylium.
C) digoxin.
D) atropine.
C
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Before administering a prescribed emetic, which of the following would the nurse need to assess? Select all that apply
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You have admitted a new client to your unit. This client has an open draining sore on his leg. What diagnostic test would you anticipate being ordered?
A) Platelet count B) Culture and sensitivity C) Sputum culture D) Urinalysis