Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client due for their dose of carvedilol (Coreg). The nurse completes vital signs prior to administration of the medication. Which vital sign would be an indication to hold the dose scheduled and notify the healthcare provider?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Carvedilol is a beta-blocker that lowers heart rate and blood pressure. A heart rate of 49 bpm indicates bradycardia, so the medication should be held and the provider notified. A respiratory rate of 20 is normal, blood pressure of 102/76 is acceptable, and a temperature of 100.3°F is unrelated to carvedilol.