Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 497 of 2368
A client with diabetes mellitus starts metoprolol. Which nursing action is most important?
- Hold the drug if blood glucose is above 200 mg/dL
- Teach the client that the drug raises blood glucose for several hours
- Monitor blood glucose closely because the drug can mask signs of hypoglycemia
- Check urine ketones before each dose
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Correct answer: Monitor blood glucose closely because the drug can mask signs of hypoglycemia
Beta-blockers hide the usual warning signs of low blood sugar, so glucose is checked more often.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Cardiovascular & Renal Systems: Beta-1 Antagonist. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026