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Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give Check after giving
Monitor blood pressure and pulse before this med? Decrease in blood pressure
therapy, during dosage titration, and Heart rate < 50 bpm
periodically throughout therapy. Monitor
ECG periodically during prolonged therapy.
Verapamil may cause prolonged PR interval,
Monitor intake and output ratios and daily
weight. Assess for signs of CHF (peripheral
edema, rales/crackles, dyspnea, weight gain,
jugular venous distention)