While Preparing to Discharge a Patient Who Has Started Taking

Multiple Choice

While preparing to discharge a patient who has started taking Lopressor (metoprolol) during their hospitalization, the nurse recognizes further teaching is necessary by which of the following statements:

A) "I should take my pulse every day before taking this medication."
B) "I need to stay on a low-salt diet to help control my blood pressure."
C) "I'll have to have my blood drawn frequently to monitor for toxic levels of this medication."
D) "I should contact the physician immediately if I notice any wheezing, difficulty breathing, or dizziness."