A patient being treated for cardiogenic shock has an order for captopril (Capoten). Vital signs are blood pressure 120/70 mm Hg, pulse 85 beats/min, and respirations 16 breaths/min. What action should the nurse take regarding this medication?
a. Administer the dose.
b. Give the medication 1 hour later.
c. Hold the medication and notify the physician.
d. Ambulate the patient until blood pressure increases.
ANS: A
Vital signs are within normal limits, so it is acceptable to give the medication as ordered. B. The nurse does not need to wait an hour to give the medication. C. The medication does not need to be held nor the physician notified. D. The patient does not need to be ambulated to increase the blood pressure.
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