The nurse should observe elderly clients taking metoprolol (Lopressor) for which of the following adverse effects as they are more likely to occur in elderly clients? Select all that apply
A) Hyperglycemia
B) Heart failure
C) Peripheral vascular insufficiency
D) Confusion
E) Worsening angina
Ans: B, C, D, E
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The nurse should observe elderly clients taking metoprolol (Lopressor) for confusion, heart failure, worsening angina, shortness of breath, and peripheral vascular insufficiency.
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