Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
The nurse is administering a beta blocker to the client diagnosed with essential hypertension. Which data would cause the nurse to question administering the medication?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Beta blockers slow heart rate; an apical pulse of 56 (D) may indicate bradycardia, warranting caution. BP 110/70 (A) is acceptable, K+ 3.4 (B) is low but unrelated, and cough (C) is not a contraindication.