The nurse learns that a client has been taking a beta-adrenergic antagonist but does not know why.For which disease processes should the nurse focus assessment with this client?
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Beta-adrenergic antagonists, also known as beta-blockers, are commonly used to manage conditions such as angina pectoris, dysrhythmias, glaucoma, and hypertension. They are not typically used for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and may even be contraindicated in some cases due to potential respiratory side effects.

The Nurse Learns That a Client Has Been Taking a Beta-Adrenergic