NCLEX-RN

Category - Pharmacological

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A client with glaucoma has been prescribed Timolol (Timoptic) Which concomitant condition should concern the nurse?

Erectile dysfunction
Bradycardia
Mild coronary artery disease
Osteoarthritis

Explanation

Answer: B - Timolol is a beta-adrenergic blocker prescribed to reduce intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humor. Timolol lowers the heart rate; therefore, a history of bradycardia is contraindicated.

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