The client has been ordered to be treated with Sectral. She is also being treated with a diuretic. The nurse anticipates that the interaction of the two drugs will result in a(n) _____ effect of the _____
a. increased; Sectral
b. increased; diuretic
c. decreased; Sectral
d. decreased; diuretic
ANS: A
The combination of Sectral and a diuretic will result in an increased effect from the Sectral.
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