Asked by Sierra Owens on May 20, 2024
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The nurse administers a beta-adrenergic agent to a patient with congestive heart failure.What assessment findings would indicate the drug was working?
A) Heart rate changes from 92 beats/min to 76 beats/min.
B) Cardiac monitor shows narrowing of the QRS segment.
C) There is tingling in the fingers and toes.
D) There is increased urine output.
Beta-Adrenergic Agent
A class of drugs that mimic the effects of adrenaline and are used in treating a variety of conditions such as asthma and heart diseases.
Congestive Heart Failure
A chronic condition where the heart's ability to pump blood is decreased, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath, swelling, and fatigue.
QRS Segment
A portion of the heart's electrical cycle represented on an ECG, reflecting ventricular depolarization.
- Understand the significance and potency of pharmaceuticals in controlling heart diseases.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance and potency of pharmaceuticals in controlling heart diseases.
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