The physician orders metoprolol (Toprol-XL)for several patients.The nurse will hold the medication and contact the physician for which patient?

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Metoprolol can aggravate bronchospasm in patients with chronic bronchitis or asthma, so the medication should be avoided or used with caution in such patients. The nurse should hold the medication and contact the physician for further clarification or alternative medication for the patient with chronic bronchitis.

The Physician Orders Metoprolol (Toprol-XL)for Several Patients