Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for metoprolol. The nurse measures the client's vital signs and notes that the client's apical heart rate is 49/min. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following medications?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
A heart rate of 49/min indicates bradycardia. Atropine is used to increase heart rate by blocking vagal activity. Diltiazem, digoxin, and carvedilol can further lower heart rate and are inappropriate.