Beta Blockers

A 68-year-old woman with a 10-year history of hypertension and recent acute anterior wall myocardial infarction (AWMI) is admitted to the CCU. On day 2 post-MI, her blood pressure is 110/70 mmHg, heart rate 52/min, and she has clinical signs of pulmonary edema (JVP 8 cm, bilateral crackles). Echocardiography shows an ejection fraction of 32% with anteroseptal wall hypokinesis. She is already on aspirin, atorvastatin, and an ACE inhibitor. Which beta blocker would be the MOST appropriate addition at this time?

A 48-year-old woman with essential hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed atenolol. After 3 months, she develops recurrent hypoglycemic episodes despite stable insulin doses. Which investigation would best confirm the suspected adverse effect of the beta-blocker?

A 52-year-old man with hypertension and angina is started on a beta blocker. Which of the following is the most common adverse effect that limits the use of beta blockers in clinical practice?

A 52-year-old man with hypertension and stable angina is started on atenolol 50 mg daily. After 2 weeks, he presents with severe bradycardia (HR 42/min), hypotension (BP 88/56 mmHg), and dizziness. He denies chest pain or dyspnea. ECG shows normal sinus rhythm with prolonged PR interval. What is the most appropriate immediate next step in management?

Among the following beta blockers, which is the most commonly used agent for hypertension and angina management in India due to its cardioselective properties and oral bioavailability?