Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse is performing an assessment on a client who has been taking verapamil as prescribed for two months. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as adverse effects of this medication? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,C
Rationale
The correct answer is A, B, and C. Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker that can cause peripheral edema due to fluid retention, bradycardia by reducing heart rate, and constipation by affecting smooth muscle contraction in the intestines. Blurred vision (choice D) and insomnia (choice E) are not commonly associated adverse effects of verapamil. The rationale behind this is that verapamil primarily affects the cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems, leading to the identified adverse effects.