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Question 1 of 5

The client is being given a cardio-selective beta blocker because of which possible reasons? Select all that apply.

A. Hypotension

B. Hypertension

C. Dysrhythmias

D. Cardiac arrest

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Dysrhythmias

Question 2 of 5

The nurse suspects that the patient with stable angina is experiencing a side effect of the prescribed drug metoprolol (Lopressor) if the

A. patient is restless and agitated.

B. blood pressure is 90/54 mm Hg.

C. patient complains about feeling anxious.

D. heart monitor shows normal sinus rhythm.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: blood pressure is 90/54 mm Hg.

Question 3 of 5

When teaching Joan about her low-sodium diet, the nurse should include information about

A. Important exercise routines

B. Using baking soda in cooking

C. Purchasing special dietetic foods

D. Developing a routine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Developing a routine

Question 4 of 5

To evaluate Mrs. J.'s compliance with home health measures for peripheral vascular disease, which of the following would indicate compliance?

A. She uses wide rubber bands instead of store-bought garters to hold up her stockings

B. She has a dry sterile dressing on her foot where she states she cut off a corn

C. She states she uses hot-water bottles to keep her feet warm at night

D. She is wearing clean cotton socks with lamb's wool between her toes

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: She is wearing clean cotton socks with lamb's wool between her toes

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is the best action by the nurse?

A. Administer the metoprolol (Lopressor) and the hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDiuril), hold the captopril (Copoten), and notify the physician.

B. Administer the captopril (Capoten) and the hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDiuril), hold the metoprolol (Lepressor), and notify the physican.

C. Administer all the medications and notify the physician.

D. Withhold all the medications and notify the physician.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administer the metoprolol (Lopressor) and the hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDiuril), hold the captopril (Copoten), and notify the physician.

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