A 69-year-old woman is diagnosed with hypertension and placed on acebutolol (Sectral).After reviewing the patient's history,the nurse consults with the physician about the use of this medication upon finding which of the following conditions?

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Acebutolol can worsen asthma symptoms in patients with preexisting asthma. Therefore, caution is advised in using this medication in patients with asthma. Peptic ulcer disease, alcohol dependency, and myocardial infarction are not contraindications for acebutolol use.

A 69-Year-Old Woman Is Diagnosed with Hypertension and Placed on Acebutolol