When administering Lopressor to an older adult client with hypertension, the nurse is careful to have the client's care plan include:
A)frequent assessment for dizziness and/or syncope.
B)education of the signs and symptoms of thromboembolism.
C)regular evaluation of the client's muscle strength.
D)regularly scheduled serum potassium levels.

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Dizziness is an adverse reaction to beta-blockers such as Lopressor.

When Administering Lopressor to an Older Adult Client with Hypertension