The nurse is preparing to administer a cardiac drug to a client. Which of the following assessments should the nurse perform before administering the medication?

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Before administering a cardiac drug, the nurse should assess the client's apical pulse to ensure the client's heart rate and rhythm are within normal limits, as some cardiac drugs can affect the heart's electrical conduction system. Popliteal pulse, respiratory rate, and capillary blanch test are not specific assessments for cardiac drugs.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Cardiac Drug to a Client