Monthly Archives: January 2009
Nursing Considerations of Beta-Blockers
Before you administer selective beta-blockers, measure your patient’s apical and radial pulses. When using a nonselective beta-blocker, obtain his baseline pulse rate and blood pressure before each administration. Also, if he has impaired renal function, anticipate a reduced dosage. Administer … Continue reading
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