ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for propranolol. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following severe reactions to this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Postural hypotension. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when changing positions, leading to postural hypotension. This occurs due to the medication's effect on reducing heart rate and contractility. Ototoxicity (
A) is not associated with propranolol. Hypokalemia (
B) is not a common side effect of propranolol. Tachycardia (
C) is actually a condition that propranolol is used to treat due to its ability to slow down the heart rate.
Therefore, the correct answer is D as it aligns with the known side effects of propranolol.
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