A patient is prescribed to start cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). Before administering the drug, you find he has a slow and irregular heartbeat. What is your best action?
a. Administer the drug as prescribed.
b. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber.
c. Apply a heart monitor before administering the drug.
d. Substitute methocarbamol (Robaxin) for the Flexeril.
ANS: B
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