After receiving 2/L of normal saline, the central venous pressure (CVP) for a patient who has septic shock is 12 mmHg, but the blood pressure is still 82/40 mmHg. The nurse will anticipate an order for: 1. Norepinephrine (Levophed) 2. Furosemide (Lasix) 3. Sodium Nitroprusside (Nitropress) 4. Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat)

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After receiving 2/L of normal saline, the central venous pressure (CVP) for a patient who has septic shock is 12 mmHg, but the blood pressure is still 82/40 mmHg. The nurse will anticipate an order for:

1. Norepinephrine (Levophed)

2. Furosemide (Lasix)

3. Sodium Nitroprusside (Nitropress)

4. Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat)

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