BS Nursing Critical Care Nursing
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66. A patient is receiving a continuous infusion of vasopressin for refractory septic shock. The nurse observes new onset of chest pain and ST-segment elevation on the ECG. What medicinal concern is immediate?

A. Vasopressin is not working
B. Vasopressin-induced myocardial ischemia, requiring immediate physician notification and possible discontinuation
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Allergic reaction

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  • Vasopressin is not working
  • Vasopressin-induced myocardial ischemia, requiring immediate physician notification and possible discontinuation
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Allergic reaction

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