Question

a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving iv nitroprusside for hypertensive crisis. which of the following conditions should the nurse monitor as an adverse effect of this medication? a intestinal ileus b neutropenia c delirium d hyperthermia

Explanation:

Nitroprusside is metabolized to cyanide and then to thiocyanate. Accumulation of cyanide can lead to toxic effects. Delirium can occur due to cyanide toxicity affecting the central nervous system. Intestinal ileus is not a typical adverse effect of nitroprusside. Neutropenia (low neutrophil count) is not associated with nitroprusside use. Hyperthermia is also not a common adverse effect of this medication.

Answer:

C. Delirium