The patient with atrial fibrillation is placed on amiodarone for the dysrhythmia. The nurse should report the adverse reaction of:
1. ataxia.
2. decreasing pulse rate.
3. decreasing blood pressure.
4. increase in cardiac output.
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The drug amiodarone is meant to quiet atrial activity and modify rapid pulse rate, high blood pressure, and decreased cardiac output caused by the dysrhythmia. The drug interferes with the thyroid and will cause an ataxic gait and trembling of hands as adverse effects.
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