A patient is in the clinic for an annual physical examination. The primary care NP obtains a medication history and learns that the patient is taking a B-blocker and nitroglycerin
The NP orders laboratory tests, performs a physical examination, and performs a review of systems. Which finding may warrant discontinuation of the ?-blocker in this patient? a. Increased triglycerides
b. Decreased exercise tolerance
c. Wheezing, dyspnea, and cough
d. Nausea, vomiting, and anorexia
C
B-Blockers may cause bronchospasm in susceptible patients, and discontinuation of the B-blocker may be required. B-Blockers may cause an insignificant increase in serum triglycerides. Exercise intolerance, fatigue, and gastrointestinal side effects are common.
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The ___________ ____________ identified guidelines for verbal orders
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What is the person's leadership style?
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