The nurse is administering a drug to stimulate alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. The nurse should:
a. monitor the client's lung sounds.
b. monitor the client's blood pressure.
c. anticipate resolution of the client's bronchial asthma attack.
d. palpate the client's radial pulse prior to administration of the drug.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This drug will not impact on the client's lung sounds.
B Correct: This drug will cause contraction of the peripheral blood vessels, with a responding increase in blood pressure.
C Incorrect: This drug will not effectively treat a bronchial asthma attack.
D Incorrect: This drug would not require this nursing action.
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