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Title: An older adult patient with frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) is receiving ... Post by: mayra1984 on Jan 26, 2018 An older adult patient with frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) is receiving intravenous (IV) lidocaine (Xylocaine) by continuous infusion. The patient becomes confused and sees insects on the walls. What is your best action?
a. Reorient the patient to person, place, and time. b. Ask the patient's family about alcohol use or abuse. c. Check the patient's chart for a history of dementia. d. Slow the infusion and notify the prescriber immediately. Title: An older adult patient with frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) is receiving ... Post by: ahmedtalaat1976 on Jan 26, 2018 Content hidden
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