A client's primary care provider has prescribed a ?-adrenergic receptor blocker. Which of the following therapeutic effects do the client and care provider likely seek?

A) Reduction in heart rate and blood pressure
B) Slowing of gastrointestinal motility
C) Increase in mental acuity
D) Decreased production of gastric acid


Ans: A
Feedback:
?1-Adrenergic receptors are located primarily in the heart, the blood vessels of skeletal muscle, and the bronchioles. As such, drugs that block these receptors can bring about a reduction in heart rate, stroke volume, and blood pressure.

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