When caring for the client in shock, the nurse prepares to administer which of the following to regulate the client's blood pressure?
a. verapamil c. diltiazem
b. metaraminol d. fetodipine
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: Verapamil is a calcium channel antagonist and can cause hypotension.
B Correct: Metaraminol is used to treat severe hypotension associated with shock.
C Incorrect: Diltiazem is a calcium channel antagonist and can cause hypotension.
D Incorrect: Fetodipine is a calcium channel antagonist and can cause hypotension.
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