NUR 445 Expertly Verified Answers for 2026 Already Graded A+

NUR 445 Expertly Verified Answers for 2026 Already Graded A+ What medication is used to decrease ICP? - Correct Answer Mannitol -osmotic diuretic -reduces ICP by inducing diuresis (creates an osmotic gradient across the blood-brain barrier [BBB] and increased serum osmolality - pulls fluid out of brain cells and shifts it into the intravascular compartment) What medication would you plan on administering to a patient who is experiencing bradycardia or heart block? - Correct Answer Atropine -administer over 1 minute -therapeutic effect desired = increased HR -rapid administration may be used during cardiac resuscitation (follow with 20 mL saline flush) A patient suffering from a hypertensive crisis enters the ED. What medication is used to treat this emergent situation? - Correct Answer Nitroprusside -arteriole vasodilator -rapidly lowers BP -decreases preload and afterload What is clonidine used for? - Correct Answer lowering of BP Nitroprusside is the preferred agent if BP needs to be lowered quickly What medication prevents the absorption of ammonia from the GI tract in order to treat hepatic encephalopathy? - Correct Answer Lactulose -expect more frequent bowel movements -should see clearing of confusion, apathy, and irritation and improved mental status (24-48 hours after oral administration)