A Patient with Migraines Is Started on a Beta Blocker

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient with migraines is started on a beta blocker. The nurse explains the benefits of taking the medication for migraines. Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the medication's effects?

• A) "I need to take it every day to reduce the frequency of migraines."
• B) "I will take it as needed to get relief from migraines."
• C) "I will take it to shorten the duration of my migraines."
• D) "I will take this drug when a migraine starts."

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Definitions:

Distal Convoluted Tubules

A portion of the nephron in the kidney where fine tuning of salt and water reabsorption and secretion occurs, aiding in urine formation.

Sympathetic Stimulation

Activation of the sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased heart rate, blood pressure, and energy mobilization.

Renal Flow

The rate of blood flow through the kidneys, essential for the filtration of blood.

Filtration Rate

The speed at which substances are filtered, usually referencing the glomerular filtration rate in the kidneys.