An Aging Client with Chronic Schizophrenia Takes a Beta-Adrenergic Blocking

question 6

Multiple Choice

An aging client with chronic schizophrenia takes a beta-adrenergic blocking agent (propranolol) for hypertension and an antipsychotic. Given the combined side effects of these drugs, what teaching should the nurse provide?

• A) "Make sure you concentrate on taking slow, deep, cleansing breaths."
• B) "Watch your diet and try to engage in some regular physical activity."
• C) "Rise slowly when you change position from lying to sitting or sitting to standing."
• D) "Wear sunscreen and try to avoid midday sun exposure."

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