The nurse administering timolol drops to a patient with glaucoma is aware that the patient may experience which of the following vital-sign changes?
A) Hyperthermia and tachycardia
B) Hypotension and tachycardia
C) Hypothermia and bradycardia
D) Hypotension and bradycardia
Ans: D
Feedback: Timolol is a beta-blocker and administration of this drug may lead to systemic effects that include bradycardia, hypotension, and exacerbation of pulmonary disease.
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