In addition to supplemental oxygen, treatment of a patient with left-sided heart failure includes:
A) a saline lock, a selective beta-2 adrenergic medication, and bicarbonate.
B) an IV of normal saline, a 20-mL/kg fluid bolus, and a diuretic medication.
C) a saline lock, fentanyl, and intubation facilitated by pharmacologic agents.
D) an IV of normal saline to keep the vein open, nitroglycerin, and morphine.
Answer: D) an IV of normal saline to keep the vein open, nitroglycerin, and morphine.
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