An 85-year-old female in a long-term care facility is prescribed verapamil for blood pressure management twice daily. The medication is classified as a calcium channel blocker.
-Prior to administration of verapamil,which of the following is most important to assess?

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The most important assessment prior to administering verapamil is vital signs, specifically blood pressure and heart rate, as verapamil is used for management of hypertension and as a calcium channel blocker can lower heart rate. While the other assessments may also be important, they are not as relevant to the administration of this medication.

An 85-Year-Old Female in a Long-Term Care Facility Is Prescribed