144. A home care patient with heart failure is prescribed a beta-blocker. They report feeling excessively tired and their heart rate is 50 bpm. What medicinal concern is immediate?
A.
Patient needs more fluid
B.
Possible bradycardia or hypotension due to beta-blocker, requiring physician notification and possible dose reduction
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C.
Patient needs more exercise
D.
Patient needs a higher dose of the medication
📖 Additional Information
Patient needs more fluid
Possible bradycardia or hypotension due to beta-blocker, requiring physician notification and possible dose reduction
