A client diagnosed with hypertension is prescribed atenolol (Tenormin).The nurse knows that this medication is a selective beta₁ blocker and can be safely used for clients with which concurrent diagnosis?

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Atenolol is a selective beta₁ blocker, which means it primarily affects the heart and has less effect on beta₂ receptors in the lungs. Therefore, it is safer for patients with asthma compared to non-selective beta blockers that can exacerbate asthma symptoms.

A Client Diagnosed with Hypertension Is Prescribed Atenolol (Tenormin)