The patient presents to the emergency department complaining of lightheadedness and states, “I feel like my heart is racing.” Upon assessment, the nurse notes the patient is diaphoretic and pale. Vital signs are significant for a heart rate of 220 bpm, blood pressure of 70/50 mm Hg, and oxygen saturations of 96%. The 12-lead EKG indicates supraventricular tachycardia. Which medication does the nurse prepare to administer?

The 3.2 kg patient with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) has the following order: Infuse norepinephrine 0.05 mcg/kg/min IV and titrate q15 minutes by 0.05 mcg/kg/min to maintain mean arterial pressure between 45 and 55 mm Hg. Overnight, the norepinephrine had been titrated to 0.25 mcg/kg/min for persistent hypotension. At 0900, the MAP rose to 62 mm Hg and the nurse decreased the infusion from 0.25 mcg/kg/min to 0.20 mcg/kg/min. At 0905, the patient’s blood pressure fell to 42 mm Hg. Which action does the nurse take first?

The patient who has been abusing benzodiazepines for 4 years tells the nurse, “I can’t let this drug control my life any longer. Take my pills; I’m quitting today.” Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?