A Client Prescribed Propranolol (Inderal)for Angina Asks the Nurse Why

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client prescribed propranolol (Inderal) for angina asks the nurse why this drug should not be abruptly discontinued.The nurse would be correct in telling the client that abrupt withdrawal could lead to which result?

• A)Extreme weight loss
• B)Increase in blood glucose levels
• C)Rebound chest pain or heart attack
• D)Insomnia

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Definitions:

Congestive Heart Failure

A chronic condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should, leading to a buildup of fluid in lungs and other body parts.

Loss Of Consciousness

A state where a person is unable to respond to stimuli and appear to be asleep or passed out, which can result from a wide range of medical conditions.

Stroke

A medical emergency characterized by the sudden loss of blood circulation to an area of the brain, leading to a loss of neurological function.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions that affect the heart, including blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm issues, and heart defects.