A Patient Is Wheezing and Short of Breath

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is wheezing and short of breath. The nurse assesses a heart rate of 88 beats per minute,a respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute,and a blood pressure of 124/78 mm Hg. The prescriber orders a nonspecific beta agonist medication. Besides evaluating the patient for a reduction in respiratory distress,the nurse will monitor for which side effect?

• A) Hypotension
• B) Tachycardia
• C) Tachypnea
• D) Urinary retention

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