A Patient Is Going Home with a New Prescription for the β-Blocker

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient is going home with a new prescription for the β-blocker atenolol (Tenormin) .What important information should the nurse tell the patient about this drug?

• A)Never abruptly stop taking this medication.
• B)The medication should be stopped once symptoms subside.
• C)Change positions slowly to prevent or reduce postural hypotension.
• D)Report any weight gain of more than 0.91 kg (2 lb)in a week or any problem with fluid buildup.

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