Nadolol (Corgard) is prescribed for a patient with angina. In evaluating the effectiveness of the drug, the nurse will monitor for

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Because the medication is ordered to improve the patient's angina, so effectiveness is indicated if the patient is able to accomplish daily activities without chest pain. BP and apical pulse rate may decrease, but these data do not indicate that the goal of decreased angina has been met. The non-cardioselective b-blockers can cause peripheral vasoconstriction, so the nurse would not expect an improvement in peripheral pulse quality or skin temperature.

Nadolol (Corgard) Is Prescribed for a Patient with Angina