The patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus is receiving propranolol (Inderal). What is the best outcome for this patient?
1. The patient will maintain blood glucose within normal limits.
2. The patient will decrease the required number of calories/day.
3. The patient will maintain adequate peripheral circulation.
4. The patient will perform activities of daily living.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Propranolol (Inderal) should be used cautiously in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus due to its hypoglycemic effects. Peripheral circulation should not be affected by propranolol (Inderal). Activities of daily living are important for any patient, but should not be affected by propranolol (Inderal). Propranolol (Inderal) should not affect the patient's appetite; the patient should not decrease calories.
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