A patient is diagnosed with hypertension and nadolol ( Corgard ) is prescribed. The nurse should consult with the health care provider before giving this medication upon finding a history of

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Nonselective b-blockers block β₁- and β₂-adrenergic receptors and can cause bronchospasm, especially in patients with a history of asthma. b-blockers will have no effect on the patient's peptic ulcer disease or alcohol dependency. b-blocker therapy is recommended after MI.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Hypertension and Nadolol ( Corgard