In the coronary care unit, a client has developed multifocal premature ventricular contractions.

In the coronary care unit, a client has developed multifocal premature ventricular contractions.

The nurse should anticipate the administration of:
A . Furosemide
B . Nitroglycerin
C . Lidocaine
D . Digoxin

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Answer: C

Explanation:

(A) Furosemide is a loop diuretic.

(B) Nitroglycerin is a vasodilator.

(C) Lidocaine is the drug of choice to treat ectopic ventricular beats.

(D) Digoxin slows down the electrical impulses and increases ventricular contractions, but it does not rapidly correct ventricular ectopy.