A client asks the nurse why an antidysrhythmic drug is not prescribed for prophylaxis.Which statement should the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
A) "You should speak with your physician about receiving a prescription for prophylaxis."
B) "These drugs are only prescribed for prophylaxis if you have a family history of dysrhythmias."
C) "Research studies have found that the use of antidysrhythmic medications for prophylaxis can actually increase patient mortality."
D) "Antidysrhythmics have the ability not only to correct dysrhythmias but also to worsen or even create new dysrhythmias."
E) "These drugs cannot be prescribed for prophylaxis since you have a history of diabetes."
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