Author Question: A patient has been taking a beta blocker for 4 weeks as part of his antianginal therapy. He also ... (Read 21 times)

sabina · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient has been taking a beta blocker for 4

weeks as part of his antianginal therapy. He also has type II diabetes and hyperthyroidism. When discussing possible adverse effects, the nurse will include which information?
a. Watch for unusual weight loss.
b. Monitor your pulse for increased heart rate.
c. Use the hot tub and sauna at the gym as long as time is limited to 15 minutes.
d. Monitor your blood glucose levels for possible hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

Question 2

A calcium channel blocker (CCB) is prescribed

for a patient, and the nurse provides instructions to the patient about the medication. Which instruction is correct?
a. Chew the tablet for faster release of the medication.
b. To increase the effect of the drug, take it with grapefruit juice.
c. If the adverse effects of chest pain, fainting, or dyspnea occur, discontinue the medication immediately.
d. A high-fiber diet with plenty of fluids will help prevent the constipation that may occur.