A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus and heart failure is prescribed carvedilol (Coreg). What should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication to the patient? Select all that apply.

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1. Prior to administering a beta blocker, the nurse should assess the patient's blood pressure to ensure it is adequate.
2. Prior to administering a beta blocker, the nurse should assess the patient's pulse to ensure it is adequate.
3. The blood glucose level should be monitored in the patient with diabetes because a beta blocker can worsen glucose control and blunt symptoms of hypoglycemia.
4. Lung sounds should be assessed in the patient with asthma and COPD prior to administering a beta blocker because of bronchoconstriction effects. The patient does not have asthma or COPD.
5. The potassium level does not need to be assessed prior to administering a beta blocker to the patient.

A Patient with a History of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus