Cardiac Exam ProPrac Graded A+
The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), angina, and hypertension. Before administering the prescribed daily dose of atenolol 100 mg PO, the nurse assesses the patient carefully. Which adverse effect is this patient at risk for given the patient's health history? Hypocapnia Tachycardia Bronchospasm Nausea and vomiting - ANSWER-Bronchospasm The nurse is caring for a patient with hypertension who is scheduled to receive a dose of metoprolol (Lopressor). The nurse should withhold the dose and consult the prescribing physician for which vital sign taken just before administration? O2 saturation 93% Pulse 48 beats/min Respirations 24 breaths/min Blood pressure 118/74 mm Hg - ANSWER-Pulse 48 beats/min When teaching a patient about dietary management of stage 1 hypertension, which instruction is most appropriate? Increase water intake. Restrict sodium intake. Increase protein intake. Use calcium supplements. - ANSWER-Restrict sodium intake The nurse is teaching a women's group about prevention of hypertension. What information should be included in the teaching for all the women (select all that apply.)? Select all that apply. Lose weight. Limit nuts and seeds. Limit sodium and fat intake.
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