During therapy with a beta blocker, the patient
notices that she has swollen feet, has gained 3 pounds within 2 days, feels short of breath even when walking around the house, and has been dizzy. The nurse suspects that which of these is occurring?
a. The patient is experiencing an allergic reaction.
b. The patient may be developing heart failure.
c. More time is needed for the patient to see a therapeutic response to the drug.
d. The patient is experiencing expected adverse effects of the drug.
ANS: B
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