A patient is scheduled to receive metoprolol for blood pressure control at 09:00. the order reads "for SBP >90, 25 mg PO daily." Prior to administration, the nurse rechecks the BP an finds it to be 90/50 with a HR of 68. This is an example of using what type of nursing skill?
A. the nursing process
B. critical thinking
C. The nurse Practice Act
D. Medical stimulation
Answer: B. critical thinking
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