Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client with a new prescription for metoprolol (Lopressor). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can cause bradycardia, so checking the pulse (holding if <60 bpm) prevents adverse effects. High-fiber meals (A) are unrelated, stopping for dizziness (C) requires physician consultation, and potassium (D) is relevant for diuretics, not beta-blockers.
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