An 85-Year-Old Female in a Long-Term Care Facility Is Prescribed

question 96

Multiple Choice

An 85-year-old female in a long-term care facility is prescribed verapamil for blood pressure management twice daily. The medication is classified as a calcium channel blocker.
-Prior to administration of the scheduled morning dose of verapamil,the patient's blood pressure is found to be low.What is the most appropriate action by the RN?  

• A)Administer the medication as ordered
• B)Administer the medication and notify the physician
• C)Reassess the blood pressure in 30 minutes
• D)Administer a double dose of verapamil for the scheduled evening dose

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