The nurse is caring for a patient with pericarditis. Which type of medication would the nurse expect to administer to the patient?
a. Anti-inflammatory medication
b. Beta blocker
c. Antihypertensive
d. Calcium channel blocker
ANS: A
A. Anti-inflammatory medication as ordered reduces pericardial inflammation, which decreases pain and should be included in the pain management plan. B, C, and D do not treat inflammation or pain.
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