A female client receiving IV vasopressin (Pitressin) for esophageal varice rupture reports to the nurse that she feels substernal tightness and pressure across her chest. Which PRN protocol should the nurse initiate?
A) Start an IV nitroglycerin infusion.
B) Nasogastric lavage with cool saline.
C) Increase the vasopressin infusion.
D) Prepare for endotracheal intubation.
Ans: A) Start an IV nitroglycerin infusion.
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a. True b. False
Family members must make emotional and personal adjustments when a loved one is hospitalized
Indicate whether the statement is true or false