The nurse is preparing to pass morning medications, including newly prescribed Coreg (carvedilol), for a patient admitted with an acute myocardial infarction and congestive heart failure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
A) Check to make sure the medication has been delivered from pharmacy.
B) Take the patient's blood pressure.
C) Monitor the patient's respiratory rate and rhythm.
D) Determine the patient's level of pain.

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Before administering Coreg (carvedilol), it is important for the nurse to check the patient's blood pressure and heart rate as it can cause a decrease in blood pressure and slow heart rate. This would ensure that the medication is safe to administer and would prevent any adverse effects. Checking for medication delivery, monitoring respiratory rate, and determining pain level are important steps but not the priority in administering Coreg.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Pass Morning Medications, Including Newly