单选题 The plan of care for a client with hypertension taking propranolol hydrochloride would include which of the following

A、 Instructing the client to discontinue the drug if nausea occurs and to monitor blood pressure.
B、 Instructing the client to notify the physician of irregular or slowed pulse rate.
C、 Monitoring blood pressure every week and adjusting the medication dose accordingly.
D、 Measuring partial thromboplastin time weekly to evaluate blood clotting status.

【正确答案】 B

【答案解析】Propranolol hydrochloride is a β-adrenergic blocking agent used to treat hypertension. In addition to lowering blood pressure by blocking sympathetic nervous system stimulation, the drug lowers the heart rate. Therefore, the client should be assessed for bradycardia and other dysrhythmias.