The nurse is performing an assessment on a patient who will begin taking propranolol (Inderol) to treat hypertension.The nurse learns that the patients have a history of asthma and diabetes.The nurse will take which action.

Request an order for a renal function test prior to the administration of this drug.

Teach the patient about the risk of combining herbal medication with this drug.

Contact the doctor to discuss another type of antihypertensive medication.

Administer the medication and monitor the patient’s serum glucose level.