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    Ati RN pharmacology 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is caring for a client who received verapamil 1 hr ago and now has a blood pressure of 80/54 mm Hg. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Hypotension following verapamil, a calcium channel blocker, can be managed with IV fluid boluses to support blood pressure. B. Diphenhydramine treats allergic reactions, not hypotension. C. Oxygen may be given, but fluids are the priority to restore BP. D. Positioning legs may help slightly, but fluids directly address the cause.

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