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genevieve1028

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on: Jul 24, 2018
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

Question 2

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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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
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
Gracias!

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

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