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genevieve1028

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The nurse understands that which of the following calcium channel blockers is approved for use as an antidysrhythmic agent?
 
  a. verapamil c. propranolol
  b. atenolol d. adenosine

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When assessing a client taking amiodarone, the nurse would be most concerned about toxicity, if the client manifested:
 
  a. urinary frequency. c. chest pain with deep inhalation.
  b. hematuria. d. wheezes with productive cough.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: Verapamil and diltiazem are the only two calcium channel blockers that are approved as antidysrhythmic agents.
B Incorrect: Atenolol is not a calcium channel blocker but a beta-adrenergic blocker.
C Incorrect: Propranolol is not a calcium channel blocker but a beta-adrenergic blocker.
D Incorrect: Adenosine is not a calcium channel blocker but is an antidysrhythmic agent.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This is not an adverse effect associated with amiodarone.
B Incorrect: This is not an adverse effect associated with amiodarone.
C Correct: This is a manifestation of amiodarone-induced pulmonary toxicity.
D Incorrect: This is not an adverse effect associated with amiodarone.




genevieve1028

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


kjohnson

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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