The client who has hypertension and heart failure might expect to be discharged on which of the following medications?
1. ACE inhibitors
2. Digoxin (Lanoxin)
3. Antidysrhythmics
4. Anticoagulants
ACE inhibitors
Rationale: The client who has both hypertension and heart failure can expect to be taking ACE inhibitors, which impact both diseases. Digoxin is not a first-line option for a client with both hypertension and heart failure, but is often used for heart failure alone. Antidysrhythmics and anticoagulants are not used to treat heart failure or hypertension unless there are other underlying comorbidities.
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1. Affinity 2. Selectivity 3. Intrinsic activity 4. Hyperosmolarity
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1. Using a manual ventilation bag 2. Applying heated blankets 3. Using the jaw thrust maneuver 4. Assessing for history of asthma