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.)
Nitroprusside
Heparin
Labetalol
Nitroglycerin
Digoxin
Correct Answer : A,C,D
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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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Quinidine is used for other types of arrhythmias but is not typically the first choice for recurrent ventricular fibrillation that has not responded to other treatments.
B. Digoxin is used to manage heart failure and atrial fibrillation but is not effective for ventricular fibrillation.
C. Atropine is used for bradycardia, not ventricular fibrillation.
D. Amiodarone is a potent antiarrhythmic agent used for life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias, including ventricular fibrillation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Zolpidem [Ambien] is a medication specifically used for short-term management of insomnia by helping with sleep initiation.
B. Fluoxetine [Prozac] is an SSRI used primarily for depression and anxiety, not for short-term sleep issues.
C. Morphine is an opioid analgesic, not indicated for sleep management and could exacerbate insomnia or cause additional issues.
D. Aspirin is used for pain relief and anti-inflammatory purposes, not for managing sleep difficulties.
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