The nurse is preparing teaching for a client with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Based on this diagnosis, which medication classification should the nurse prepare to include in the teaching?
A) Digitalis
B) Vasodilators
C) Nitrates
D) Beta blocker
Answer: D
Beta blockers are the drugs of choice to reduce anginal symptoms and syncopal episodes associated with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Vasodilators, digitalis, and nitrates are contraindicated for the client with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
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