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25. A patient post-cardiac arrest has been resuscitated and is now hypotensive. What is the most urgent initial nursing intervention?

A. Administer epinephrine IV push
B. Administer IV fluid bolus, assess for underlying cause, and initiate vasopressor support if needed
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C. Administer a diuretic
D. Initiate CPR

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  • Administer epinephrine IV push
  • Administer IV fluid bolus, assess for underlying cause, and initiate vasopressor support if needed
  • Administer a diuretic
  • Initiate CPR

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