Answer to Question 1
ANS: D
Sympathomimetics cause widespread vasoconstriction, which can be hazardous to patients with hypertension and coronary artery disease. The nurse should instruct the patient not to take these agents.
The use of these agents is unsafe in patients with hypertension and coronary artery disease because of their vasoconstrictive properties.
Rebound congestion is not a side effect specific to angina. The drug is contraindicated in patients with angina.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: B
Like other opioids, codeine can suppress respirations, therefore the patient's respiratory rate should be monitored closely for any declines in rate or depth.
The nurse should assess for bradycardia and hypotension, which are side effects of codeine.
Because the drug is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant, the nurse should assess the patient for sedation, not hyperalertness.
The general survey includes assessing every patient for signs of distress.
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