Author Question: A patient with hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus is taking carvedilol (Coreg). What special ... (Read 82 times)

@Brianna17 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

A patient with hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus is taking carvedilol (Coreg). What special precaution should you teach the patient to take when taking this drug?

a. Check blood pressure in both arms.
b. Keep a strict record of intake and output.
c. Check blood sugar levels regularly.
d. Avoid sugar-containing drinks.

Question 2

An older adult man who takes verapamil (Calan) reports that his breasts have enlarged. What is your best action?

a. Ask the patient whether he has had any difficulty getting or maintaining an erection.
b. Document the response and reassure the patient that this is a common side effect.
c. Instruct the patient to use an elastic wrap to bind his breasts during the day.
d. Hold the drug dose and notify the prescriber.