The patient had a heart attack in the past and currently is on digoxin (a cardiac glycoside)and a beta-blocker.What instructions should the nurse give to the patient?

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Cardiac glycosides (e.g.,digoxin),beta-blockers (e.g.,propranolol),or calcium channel blockers (e.g.,verapamil hydrochloride),often are withheld if blood pressure is below the normal range and/or pulse is below 60 beats per minute.Confirm with prescriber specific guidelines for blood pressure and pulse,document information in home care record,and provide clear,written instructions for the patient.
Instruct patients taking thyroid medications to withhold medications when blood pressure is above normal range or pulse is above 100 beats per minute.

The Patient Had a Heart Attack in the Past and Currently