Comprehensive Nursing Pharmacology Q 230

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A client with glaucoma is receiving betaxolol hydrochloride (Betoptic) eye drops. Which of the following interventions will the nurse likely do before the administration?

  

     A. Assessing orientation.

     B. Assessing peripheral pulses.

     C. Monitor blood sugar level.

     D. Monitor pulse rate.

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Monitor pulse rate.

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Option D: Betaxolol hydrochloride is a beta-adrenergic blocker eye medication. The nurse should monitor the blood pressure and pulse rate for signs of hypotension and bradycardia.

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