The nurse is screening a patient who will be taking a nonspecific/nonselective beta blocker. Which condition, if present, may cause serious problems if the patient takes this medication?

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Nonspecific/nonselective beta-blocking drugs may precipitate bradycardia, hypotension, heart block, heart failure, bronchoconstriction, and/or increased airway resistance. Therefore, any pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma might be worsened by the concurrent use of any of these medications.

The Nurse Is Screening a Patient Who Will Be Taking