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Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1739 of 2368

Which statement by a client taking metoprolol shows that the teaching was effective?

  1. "I will stop the medicine once my blood pressure has been normal for a while."
  2. "I will skip the medicine whenever I feel tired for a few days in a row."
  3. "I will not stop this medicine suddenly, since I could have heart rhythm problems."
  4. "I will stop the medicine at once if I notice my pulse is slower than usual."
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Correct answer: "I will not stop this medicine suddenly, since I could have heart rhythm problems."

Abrupt cessation of the drug may result in life-threatening arrhythmias. The dose should be tapered over 1 to 2 weeks.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Autonomic Nervous System: BETA-1 ANTAGONISTS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026