A nurse reviews a client's medication history and notes that the client is taking a nonselective adrenergic agonist bronchodilator and has a history of coronary artery disease. What is a priority nursing intervention?
a. Monitor client for potential chest pain.
b. Monitor blood pressure continuously.
c. Assess daily for hyperkalemia.
d. Assess 12-lead ECG each shift.
Answer: a. Monitor client for potential chest pain.
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