A client with cardiomyopathy is experiencing tachycardia. Which medication prescription does the client's nurse anticipate?
A) ACE Inhibitor
B) Angiotensin II receptor blocker
C) Beta blocker
D) Cardiac glycoside
Answer: C
A client with cardiomyopathy experiencing tachycardia may take a beta blocker to lower the heart rate. ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II blockers are used to decrease blood pressure in a client with cardiomyopathy. Cardiac glycosides are used in congestive heart failure and do not assist in lowering the heart rate in a client with cardiomyopathy.
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