Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
A nurse in the respiratory unit is caring for client who has a past medical history of heart failure and is currently admitted for asthma exacerbation. When reviewing the provider's orders further clarification is needed for which of the following medications?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can exacerbate bronchospasm in asthma patients by blocking beta-2 receptors in the lungs, requiring clarification due to the client's asthma.