A patient's systemic vascular resistance (SVR) has dangerously decreased. The nurse would expect to administer which medications?

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1. Furosemide (Lasix) is a diuretic that reduces fluid volume and is a mild vasodilator. The systemic vascular resistance will be further decreased.
2. Furosemide (Lasix) is a diuretic that reduces fluid volume and is a mild vasodilator. The systemic vascular resistance will be further decreased.
3. If the SVR is low, there is massive peripheral vasodilation. These medications will increase vasomotor tone as well as increase blood pressure.
4. Nitroglycerin is a potent vasodilator. The systemic vascular resistance will be further decreased.

A Patient's Systemic Vascular Resistance (SVR) Has Dangerously Decreased