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Title: A patient is taking a drug that interferes with venous constriction. The nurse will tell the patient ... Post by: tperry2377 on Jan 24, 2018 A patient is taking a drug that interferes with venous constriction. The nurse will tell the patient to:
a. ask for assistance when getting out of bed. b. expect bradycardia for a few days. c. notify the provider if headache occurs. d. report shortness of breath. Title: A patient is taking a drug that interferes with venous constriction. The nurse will tell the patient ... Post by: ariane2 on Jan 24, 2018 ANS: A
A drop in venous pressure reduces venous return to the heart, and as blood pools in the extremities, orthostatic hypotension can occur. Patients taking drugs that reduce venous constriction should be cautioned to ask for assistance when getting out of bed. Bradycardia, headache, and shortness of breath are not expected effects. |