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biggirl4568

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on: Jul 3, 2018
When preparing sodium nitroprusside for use in hypertensive emergencies, it is important to remember that:
 
  a. Once mixed, keep wrapped in an opaque wrapper to prevent deactivation
  b. Lactated Ringer's solution is the preferred solution for mixing
  c. Sodium nitroprusside is not indicated for hypertensive emergencies
  d. Give as a bolus over 20 minutes and then utilize other antihypertensive agents to achieve desired results

Question 2

Stimulation of alpha 1 receptors causes vasodilation.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

a
Rationale: a. Correct. It is easily deactivated by light once prepared.
b. Only normal saline or D5W should be used when preparing.
c. The primary indication for sodium nitroprusside is hypertensive crisis.
d. Sodium nitroprusside is given by IV infusion and may be potentiated by other agents.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


biggirl4568

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Excellent

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