A patient has a new prescription for sibutramine (Meridia) . Which information about the patient indicates that the nurse should discuss the medication with the health care provider before administration?
A) The patient has a history of hypertension.
B) The patient has a permanent pacemaker to prevent bradycardia.
C) The patient's goal is to lose 90 lb (41 kg) .
D) The patient used fenfluramine (Pondimin) in the past for weight loss.
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