While studying for the medication exam, the nursing student determines that norepinephrine (Levophed), if given to a patient, would be contraindicated for which of the following individuals?
A. A 52-year-old patient with a blood pressure of 186/94
B. A 49-year-old patient with a pulse of 65
C. A 61-year-old patient with a respiratory rate of 18
D. A 75-year-old patient with a history of seizures
A
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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