A beta blocker is prescribed for a patient with angina. The nurse reviews the orders for other drugs that may interact with the beta blocker. Which drugs or drug classes are known to have an interaction with a beta blocker? (Select all that apply.)
a. Diuretics
b. Anticholinergics
c. Penicillins
d. Oral hypoglycemics
e. Alcohol
f. Anticoagulants
ANS: A, B, D, E
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