Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse be assessing in a client receiving sumatriptan succinate (Imitrex)?
a. constipation and abdominal distention c. wheezing and pulmonary edema
b. miosis and nasal stuffiness d. hypertension and angina
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of sumatriptan.
B Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of sumatriptan.
C Incorrect: These are not adverse effects of sumatriptan.
D Correct: Because it causes vasoconstriction
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