A patient with hypertensive emergency is admitted to the hospital. Which medication should the nurse be prepared to administer to this patient?
A. Minoxidil [Loniten]
B. Hydralazine [Apresoline]
C. Sodium nitroprusside [Nipride]
D. Hydralazine and isosorbide dinitrate [BiDil]
Answer: C. Sodium nitroprusside [Nipride]
Explanation: Intravenous sodium nitroprusside has an immediate effect and is the drug of choice for hypertensive emergencies. Minoxidil and hydralazine are used for blood pressure control.
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