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    LPN Pharmacology Herzing University Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    A patient has been brought to the emergency department by ambulance experiencing blood pressure 200/130 mmHg with chest pain. The nurse anticipates which of the following medications for immediate treatment of hypertension (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Nitroprusside is a potent vasodilator used for rapid reduction of severe hypertension. B. Heparin is an anticoagulant and not primarily used for immediate blood pressure control. C. Labetalol is a beta-blocker used in hypertensive emergencies to rapidly lower blood pressure. D. Nitroglycerin, a vasodilator, is also used to manage chest pain and lower blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies. E. Digoxin is primarily used for heart failure and arrhythmias, not for acute blood pressure control.

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