The physician orders metoprolol (Lopresor) for several clients. The nurse will hold the medication and contact the physician for which client?

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Metoprolol is a beta-blocker and can cause bronchoconstriction, so it should be avoided or used with caution in clients with a history of respiratory issues, such as chronic bronchitis. The medication may be safe to administer to clients with an apical pulse rate of 100, compensated heart failure, and a history of migraines, but each of these clients should be assessed and monitored carefully.

The Physician Orders Metoprolol (Lopresor) for Several Clients