The nurse is caring for a 55-year-old patient receiving metoprolol (Lopressor). What statement by the patient would lead the nurse to believe that he needs additional instruction?
A) "If I have side effects from the medication, I will contact my physician before I stop taking it."
B) "I can take over-the-counter (OTC) cold medication while on metoprolol."
C) "I will take the medication on an empty stomach."
D) "I will report a weight gain of 2 pounds or more in 1 week."
B
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OTC medications can interact to increase or decrease the effects of antiadrenergic drugs. Antacids decrease the effects of beta-adrenergic blocking drugs. Decreased antihypertensive effects result when taken with ibuprofen. Other options reflect correct statements and would not indicate that the patient would need further instruction.
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