A patient is receiving propranolol (Inderal) for hypertension. Which outcome is the best indicator of goal success when considering the drug's potential effect on the patient's quality of life?
a. The patient verbalizes the importance of moderate exercise.
b. The patient experiences no injuries as a result of dizziness.
c. The patient's blood pressure stays within normal limits.
d. The patient describes symptoms indicative of an adverse drug reaction.
B
The main concerns with the use of antihypertensive medications in older adults are an increased risk of orthostatic hypotension and dehydration. Exercising and maintaining the blood pressure within normal limits are treatment goals but do not impact quality of life like dizziness or faint-ing. Having an adverse drug reaction would not improve quality of life.
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