A nurse should instruct a client with diabetes who is prescribed a beta-adrenergic blocker for the treatment of hypertension to:
1. Increase insulin intake by 2 to 3 units daily each morning.
2. Decrease the intake of carbohydrates while on the antihypertensive medications.
3. Elevate the lower extremities to promote venous drainage.
4. Monitor blood glucose levels frequently and report hypoglycemia.
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