An adolescent is being placed on a calcium channel blocker. What should the nurse inform the adolescent with regard to this medication? (Select all that apply.)
a. The medication may cause fatigue.
b. The medication may increase heart rate.
c. The medication may cause constipation.
d. The medication may cause cold extremities.
e. The medication may cause peripheral edema.
ANS: B, C, E
Calcium channel blockers may cause an increase in heart rate, constipation, and peripheral edema. Beta-blockers can cause fatigue and cold extremities, but calcium channel blockers do not cause these potential side effects.
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