Quiz Module 5: NUR2474 / NUR
2474 (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Pharmacology for Professional Nursing | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | A Grade - Rasmussen
Question:
what is Metoprolol:
Answer:
a beta blocker
Question:
Who takes Metoprolol?
Answer:
Clients with hypertension, angina pectoris, heart failure, and cardiac dysrhythmias.
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Question:
Who cant take Metoprolol
Answer:
Clients with sinus bradycardia or AV heart block.
Question:
Who is at an increased risk for complications with metoprolol
Answer:
Clients with heart failure, asthma, bronchospasm, diabetes, depression, or clients who also use calcium channel blockers.
Question:
What are the major adverse effects of metoprolol
Answer:
Bradycardia, AV heart block, heart failure, rebound cardiac excitation with abrupt withdrawal, postural hypotension, and bronchoconstriction.In diabetics, it can mask signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and prevent glycogenolysis.CNS effects such as depression, insomnia, and nightmares.
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