Beta-Blocker Administration with Bradycardia

Very Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Medication Administration

Your patient is being treated for hypertension and is prescribed a beta-blocker. During your medication administration, you notice the patient's heart rate drops to 50 bpm. As an experienced RN, what is your best nursing action before administering the beta-blocker?

Consider the pharmacological action of beta-blockers, the patient's current vital signs, and the potential effects of administering the medication under these circumstances.

Administer the beta-blocker as prescribed after documenting the heart rate.

Withhold the beta-blocker and notify the healthcare provider of the bradycardia.

Check the patient's blood pressure and administer the beta-blocker if it is within normal limits.

Administer the beta-blocker and ensure the patient is well-hydrated.

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