Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam

What treatment is recommended for an overdose of ARBs?

1. Administration of intravenous fluids

2. Immediate withdrawal of the drug

3. Administration of a beta-blocker

4. Inducing vomiting

The correct answer is: Administration of intravenous fluids

Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) are a class of medication used to treat high blood pressure. If an overdose of ARBs occurs, the treatment recommended is administration of intravenous fluids. This is because the excess drug can lower blood pressure and cause dehydration. Immediate withdrawal of the drug (choice B) is not recommended as it can cause a rapid increase in blood pressure. Administration of a beta-blocker (choice C) is also not recommended as it can further lower blood pressure. Inducing vomiting (choice D) is not recommended as it can be dangerous in cases of overdose and may not effectively remove the excess drug from the body. Therefore, administration of intravenous fluids is the most appropriate and safe treatment for an overdose of ARBs.