A 27-year-old woman comes to the physician because of a 2-month history of palpitations, diaphoresis, and a 5-kg (11-lb) weight loss. Her pulse is 101/min and blood pressure is 141/84 mm Hg. At times, her symptoms make her worry that she may be having a heart attack. . Examination shows warm, moist skin and a fine tremor of the fingers. Which of the following would most likely provide the fastest relief of this patient's symptoms?

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A 27-year-old woman comes to the physician because of a 2-month history of palpitations, diaphoresis, and a 5-kg (11-lb) weight loss. Her pulse is 101/min and blood pressure is 141/84 mm Hg. At times, her symptoms make her worry that she may be having a heart attack.  .  Examination shows warm, moist skin and a fine tremor of the fingers.  Which of the following would most likely provide the fastest relief of this patient's symptoms?

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Eductional Objective: Beta blockers provide rapid relief of the adrenergic-mediated symptoms of thyrotoxicosis and can be given while awaiting diagnostic evaluation and definitive management.

A 27-Year-Old Woman Comes to the Physician Because of a 2-Month