Alpha-adrenergic blockers promote vasodilation. The nurse anticipates what expected therapeutic response from the client taking alpha-adrenergic blockers?
a. Increased blood pressure
b. Decreased blood pressure
c. Decreased pulse rate
d. Rapid respiration
ANS: B
Vasodilation leads to a decrease in blood pressure.
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