Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for lidocaine IV. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Lidocaine IV, used for arrhythmias, can cause seizures if toxic, requiring monitoring. It's given per protocol (not 5 min), diluted in saline, and respiratory rate isn't primary.