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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about using metoprolol to treat hypertension. Which of the following conditions should the nurse include as a contraindication for this medication?

A. Peripheral vascular disease
B. Diabetes mellitus
C. Bradycardia
D. Chronic kidney disease



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Final answer:

Bradycardia is a contraindication for using metoprolol to treat hypertension due to its mechanism of action as a beta blocker.


Explanation:

Bradycardia should be included as a contraindication for using metoprolol to treat hypertension. Metoprolol is a beta blocker that slows heart rate by blocking beta-1 receptors. In patients with bradycardia, using metoprolol can further decrease heart rate and lead to serious complications.


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