An older patient has a blood glucose level of 64 mg/dL. Which medication could be causing this low blood glucose level?
A) Digoxin
B) Phenytoin
C) Furosemide
D) Beta blocker

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Beta blockers can mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia and in some cases may also contribute to lower blood glucose levels, especially in patients with diabetes who are taking insulin or other medications that lower blood sugar.

An Older Patient Has a Blood Glucose Level of 64