A patient is diagnosed with a pheochromocytoma. Which of the following medications provide adjunctive therapy in the treatment of hypertension and tachycardia?
A) Nonselective alpha-blocking agents
B) Diuretics agents
C) Alpha-adrenergic stimulant agents
D) Cardiotonic agents
A
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In inspecting the eyes of a child, the nurse notes that there are some small white flecks around the perimeter of the iris. These white flecks are called:
a. cotton patches c. snow spots b. Brushfield spots d. northern lights
Down's syndrome children often have instability of the neck at the first and second cervical vertebrae. As a nurse, you explain to the caregiver that he/she should look for signs and symptoms of spinal cord changes, such as:
1. Changes in reflexes. 2. Changes in bowel function. 3. All of the above. 4. None of the above.