A patient is administered amiodarone (Cordarone) intravenously. Which of the following assessments is most important with this medication?

A) Assess urine output every 5 minutes
B) Assess blood pressure every 5 minutes
C) Assess for increased lung sounds
D) Assess for muscle rigidity


B

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