A client is treated in the emergency department for hypertensive emergency. The nurse anticipates treatment with which drug?
1. Metoprolol
2. Lisinopril
3. Clonidine
4. Nitroprusside
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Metoprolol is not used for hypertensive emergencies.
Rationale 2: Lisinopril is not used for hypertensive emergencies.
Rationale 3: Clonidine is not used for hypertensive emergencies.
Rationale 4: Nitroprusside is a direct vasodilator, and is typically used to lower blood pressure immediately during hypertensive emergencies.
Global Rationale: Nitroprusside is a direct vasodilator, and is typically used to lower blood pressure immediately during hypertensive emergencies. Metoprolol, lisinopril, and clonodine are not used for hypertensive emergencies.
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