An African-American client has been ordered BiDil for hypertension. The nurse explains that BiDil contains which medications?
1. Hydralazine and furosemide
2. Isosorbide DN and hydralazine
3. Metoprolol and isosorbide DN
4. Furosemide and ramipril
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Isosorbide DN and hydralazine are the active ingredients in BiDil.
Rationale 2: Isosorbide DN and hydralazine are the active ingredients in BiDil.
Rationale 3: Isosorbide DN and hydralazine are the active ingredients in BiDil.
Rationale 4: Isosorbide DN and hydralazine are the active ingredients in BiDil.
Global Rationale: Isosorbide DN and hydralazine are the active ingredients in BiDil. The other medication combinations are not correct.
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