A Client Is Taking Amlopidine (Norvasc)to Treat Hypertension and Chronic

question 10

Multiple Choice

A client is taking amlopidine (Norvasc) to treat hypertension and chronic stable angina.Which assessment finding is of greatest concern relative to potential adverse effects of nifedipine for this client?

• A)Heart rate 132 beats per minute
• B)Respiratory rate 22 breaths per minute
• C)Facial flushing
• D)Pedal edema 1+

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