ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse caring for a client who has a new prescription for atenolol. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Bradycardia. Atenolol is a beta-blocker that can cause bradycardia due to its effect on reducing heart rate. The nurse should monitor the client for signs of bradycardia such as dizziness, fatigue, and low heart rate. Neutropenia (
A), anemia (
C), and hypokalemia (
D) are not common adverse effects of atenolol. Neutropenia is more commonly associated with other medications like chemotherapy, anemia is not a known side effect of atenolol, and hypokalemia is more associated with diuretics.
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