A patient who is intubated develops bradycardia because of vagal stimulation. Which medication will the nurse anticipate administering to treat this symptom?
a. Atropine sulfate (Atropine)
b. Benztropine (Cogentin)
c. Bethanechol chloride (Urecholine)
d. Metoclopramide (Reglan)
ANS: A
Atropine is used to treat bradycardia caused by vagal stimulation.
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