| Drug and Dosage | Use | Action | Assessment: Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metaraminol (Aramine)—IM 2–10 mg, or IV 15–100 mg in 500 mL NaCl | Adrenalectomy | Elevated systolic and diastolic BP by vasoconstriction | Hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias; may cause hypertensive crisis, if on MAO inhibitors or antidepressants |
| NURSING IMPLICATIONS: Monitor VS frequently (q3–5 min); observe for side effects; have phentolamine available as antidote | |||