hydralazine
VasodilatorWhat it's for
HTN (often IV PRN)
Nursing considerations
- Check BP right before giving — the order has a threshold for a reason
- Reflex tachycardia is common
- Watch for lupus-like syndrome long-term
Key side effects
📈 Watch
BP, HR
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
