The nurse is reviewing the medical records of several clients. The nurse integrates knowledge of the drug isoproterenol, understanding that this drug would be contraindicated in a client with which condition? Select all that apply
A) Digitalis toxicity
B) Type 2 diabetes
C) Ventricular arrhythmias
D) Angina pectoris
E) Narrow-angle glaucoma
Ans: A, C, D
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Isoproterenol (Isuprel) is contraindicated in clients with tachyarrhythmias, tachycardia, or heart block caused by digitalis toxicity, ventricular arrhythmias, and angina pectoris.
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