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lb_gilbert

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When starting a patient on antidysrhythmic
 
  therapy, the nurse will remember that which problem is a potential adverse effect of any antidysrhythmic drug?
  a. Deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins
  b. Hyperkalemia
  c. Heart failure
  d. Dysrhythmias

Question 2

A patient has been started on therapy of a
 
  continuous infusion of lidocaine after receiving a loading dose of the drug. The nurse will monitor the patient for which adverse effect?
  a. Drowsiness
  b. Nystagmus
  c. Dry mouth
  d. Convulsions



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D





 

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