A primary care NP provides teaching for a patient who will begin taking propranolol (Inderal). Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "I should take this medication on an empty stomach."
b. "I should use caution while driving while taking this medication."
c. "I should not take the medication if my pulse is less than 60 beats per minute."
d. "If I have shortness of breath, I should discontinue the medication immediately."
B
Because the medication can cause fatigue and drowsiness, patients should be advised to use caution when driving. The medication should be taken with food. Patients should not take a dose if the heart rate is less than 50 beats per minute. Patients should be advised to report shortness of breath but should not abruptly stop taking the medication.
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