A patient who takes a calcium channel blocker is in the clinic for an annual physical examination. The cardiovascular examination is normal. As part of routine monitoring for this patient, the primary care NP should evaluate:
a. serum calcium channel blocker level.
b. complete blood count and electrolytes.
c. liver function tests (LFTs) and renal function.
d. thyroid and insulin levels.
C
Patients who take calcium channel blockers should have periodic renal and LFTs.
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