Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
When administering norepinephrine (Levophed), the nurse monitors the patient for:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Hypertension. Norepinephrine is a vasopressor that increases blood pressure by constricting blood vessels. Therefore, monitoring for hypertension is crucial to prevent adverse effects like stroke or myocardial infarction. Hypotension (A) is an expected finding in patients receiving norepinephrine. Liver failure (B) is not directly related to norepinephrine administration. Bradycardia (C) is not a common effect of norepinephrine, as it tends to increase heart rate.