NCLEX-PN Practice Q 33

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A client with glaucoma has been prescribed Timoptic (timolol) eye drops. Timolol should be used with caution in the client with a history of:

  

     A. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

     B. Gastric Ulcers

     C. Diabetes Mellitus

     D. Pancreatitis

    

    

Correct Answer: C. Diabetes Mellitus

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Option C: Beta-blockers such as timolol (Timoptic) may mimic the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and therefore are used in caution with patients with diabetes mellitus.

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Options A, B, and D: Timoptic is not contraindicated for use in clients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, gastric ulcers, or pancreatitis.

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