A major concern during the administration of an alpha agonist is infiltration, because it may cause:
A) enhanced systemic effects.
B) tissue necrosis.
C) excessive bleeding at the site of infiltration.
D) cardiac dysrhythmias.

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Alpha agonists can cause vasoconstriction and tissue ischemia, which can lead to tissue necrosis in cases of infiltration. It is important to monitor the injection site closely and discontinue the medication if signs of infiltration are observed. Enhanced systemic effects, excessive bleeding, and cardiac dysrhythmias are not typically associated with infiltration of an alpha agonist.

A Major Concern During the Administration of an Alpha Agonist