A client is receiving an antihypertensive and a diuretic medication. Since these two medications will have a synergistic effect, the nurse can expect the client will have:
A)
a decrease in blood pressure.
B)
an increase in urinary output.
C)
a decrease in heart rate.
D)
signs of dehydration.
A
Explanation:
A)
Synergism occurs when two drugs have a greater response than each drug given separately. The combined effect of both drugs will lower the blood pressure. Diuretic action alone will increase urinary output and may cause some dehydration. A decrease in heart rate may be seen with some types of antihypertensive agents.
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B)
Synergism occurs when two drugs have a greater response than each drug given separately. The combined effect of both drugs will lower the blood pressure. Diuretic action alone will increase urinary output and may cause some dehydration. A decrease in heart rate may be seen with some types of antihypertensive agents.
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C)
Synergism occurs when two drugs have a greater response than each drug given separately. The combined effect of both drugs will lower the blood pressure. Diuretic action alone will increase urinary output and may cause some dehydration. A decrease in heart rate may be seen with some types of antihypertensive agents.
Analysis
Evaluation
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
D)
Synergism occurs when two drugs have a greater response than each drug given separately. The combined effect of both drugs will lower the blood pressure. Diuretic action alone will increase urinary output and may cause some dehydration. A decrease in heart rate may be seen with some types of antihypertensive agents.
Analysis
Evaluation
Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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