The client is being treated with metoprolol. The nurse notes that the client has been experiencing sinus bradycardia. What is the highest priority nursing intervention?
a. Call the physician; the medication is contraindicated if there is sinus bradycardia.
b. Teach the client that the medication schedule must be strictly adhered to.
c. Call the physician; the dosage should be increased when there is sinus bradycardia.
d. Teach the client that he should notify the physician if he experiences rapid heart rate.
ANS: A
Sinus bradycardia is a contraindication to treatment with metoprolol.
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