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B. is a 41-year-old male being admitted for surgical reduction of an open femur fracture
sustained in a multiple vehicle collision. Preoperative assessment reveals that he is on
beta—adrenergic antagonists after having been diagnosed with coronary artery disease
approximately 1 month ago. He admits that he feels a little better but says he still gets
pain in his chest when he emrts himself. He is pain free now. Vital signs are as follows:
temperature 98.1”F. pulse 88 bpm, respiratory rate 18 breaths per minute, and blood
pressure 142.386 mm Hg. The AGACNP knows that which of the following is the most
important action before FL B. goes to the operating room? AA cardiology consultation B. Blood pressure control C. Resuming beta—adrenergic
antaoonists D. Pain control