When the nurse administers a beta-adrenergic blocker to a patient with angina the nurse expects the drugs will help to control angina, but it also has what other effects?

Choice A rationale

Administering the medication even if the name of the drug can be clearly read is risky because the rest of the label might contain essential information like dosage, expiration date, and other critical instructions. Administering a medication without complete labeling increases the risk of medication errors.

Choice B rationale

Discarding the entire bottle and contents and obtaining a new bottle is the safest option. It ensures that the nurse is using a medication with a fully intact label, which includes all necessary information to safely administer the medication, such as dosage, route, and expiration date.

Choice C rationale

Asking another nurse to verify the contents of the bottle is not sufficient because the torn and soiled label still lacks complete information. Without all details, there's a risk of administering the wrong dosage or an expired medication.

Choice D rationale

Finding the drug information and making a new label for the bottle is not appropriate because it does not guarantee the accuracy of the dosage or other critical details that were on the original label. It's better to use a completely labeled and verified medication bottle.

Choice A rationale

True. Xanthine derivatives like theophylline can cause serious adverse effects, including brain damage, when blood levels become too high. It is critical to monitor theophylline levels to prevent toxicity and associated neurological complications.

Choice B rationale

False. If xanthine levels remain within therapeutic ranges, the risk of brain damage is minimized. However, this statement is incorrect as it does not acknowledge the potential severity of the adverse effects linked to elevated theophylline levels.