When nitroprusside is given intravenously, which precaution would the nurse take?
1. Protect the medication from light.
2. Ensure that the IV infuses no faster than 15 mcg/min.
3. Monitor the patient's blood pressure every 2 hours.
4. Infuse the initial bolus over 5 minutes.
Correct Answer: 1
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