The client has been ordered to receive a beta-adrenergic blocker. The nurse should anticipate that the client will exhibit:
a. increased pulse rate and bronchoconstriction.
b. decreased pulse rate and bronchodilation.
c. increased pulse rate and bronchodilation.
d. decreased pulse rate and bronchoconstriction.
ANS: D
A beta-adrenergic blocker should cause the client to exhibit decreased pulse rate and bronchoconstriction.
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