The client has been started on a treatment regimen that includes atenolol. She complains to the nurse of experiencing weakness. Which is the best response from the nurse?
a. "I will hold your next dose of the medication. You are reaching a toxic level."
b. "I will increase your next dose of the medication. Your level is too low."
c. "This is an adverse reaction to the medication. I will stop the drug."
d. "This is a side effect of the medication. I will notify your physician."
ANS: D
Weakness can be a side effect of atenolol.
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