A patient has a dose of labetalol (Normodyne) ordered twice a day and is due to have an exercise stress test this morning. What is your best action at this time?
a. Give the dose as ordered.
b. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber.
c. Give half the dose now and half after the procedure.
d. Ask the patient about chest pain, dizziness, and light-headedness.
ANS: B
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