A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is prescribed isoproterenol. After administering the drug, the nurse would immediately report which of the following changes to the primary health care provider?
A) Blood glucose level
B) Appetite
C) Temperature
D) Pulse rate
Ans: D
Feedback:
The nurse should report any changes observed in pulse rate or rhythm immediately. Changes in glucose level, appetite, or temperature need not be reported immediately to the primary care provider unless they are severe.
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