ATI RN
ATI RN Capstone Pharmacology 2 Questions
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A nurse is obtaining vital signs for a client who has been taking propranolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Apical pulse 50/min. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that can cause bradycardia as a side effect by reducing the heart rate. A low apical pulse rate of 50/min indicates bradycardia, which is an adverse effect of propranolol.
A: Respiratory rate 24/min is within normal range and not typically affected by propranolol.
B: Oral temperature 38.9°C (102°F) is indicative of a fever and not a common adverse effect of propranolol.
C: Blood pressure 118/78 mm Hg is within normal range and not directly related to the adverse effects of propranolol.
In summary, the correct answer D is the only choice that directly correlates with a known adverse effect of propranolol, which is bradycardia.
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