A Patient with Heart Failure Is Prescribed Metoprolol (Toprol XL)25

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient with heart failure is prescribed metoprolol (Toprol XL) 25 mg daily.The pharmacy sends metoprolol (Lopressor) 25 mg.What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Give the dose as provided because the drugs are the same.
• B) Ask the pharmacy to send the drug as ordered.
• C) Contact the prescriber for clarification.
• D) Check the patient's heart rate before giving the dose.

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