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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Takes Betapace

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The nurse is caring for a patient who takes Betapace (sotalol) 80 mg po BID. Prior to administering the dose, which of the following actions should the nurse take first?


A) Assess respiratory rate and depth.
B) Determine apical pulse rate and rhythm.
C) Identify recent food intake.
D) Check color and presence of pulses in lower extremities.

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