Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A client with impaired cardiac functioning is at risk during anesthesia induction with thiopental sodium (Sodium Pentothal) because this drug causes:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Thiopental can cause hypotension, which is particularly risky in clients with impaired cardiac function, as it may exacerbate cardiovascular instability during induction.