A patient in HF is started on beta-blockers. Because the risk of side-effects of beta-blockers is so high, beta-blockers are started slowly and titrated slowly. What is an important nursing role during titration?
A) Educating the patient about the potential of worsening symptoms during the early phase of treatment
B) Stressing that improvement may not occur
C) Educating the patient about optional medications
D) Stressing that side effects can be incapacitating
Ans: A
Feedback: An important nursing role during titration is educating the patient about the potential worsening of symptoms during the early phase of treatment and stressing that improvement may take several weeks.
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