A client is undergoing cardiac stress testing at a rehabilitation center. During the test, the nurse notes that the client becomes short of breath with a blood pressure drop from 130/80 mmHg to 98/58 mmHg. Which action of the nurse is most appropriate?
The nurse is caring for a client who states, “I don’t have a family history of hypertension so I don’t have to worry about that.” Which of the following risk factors for hypertension should the nurse teach the client? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a client with hypertension and is administering an inch of nitropaste. Which of the following is an important action for the nurse to take?
A nurse is taking a client’s blood pressure and measures 128/82 mmHg. What is the client’s pulse pressure?
During an intake assessment for a new client in the primary care clinic, the nurse notes that the client’s blood pressure is 162/98 mmHg. Which actions should the nurse take in response to this blood pressure? Select all that apply.
The nurse is reviewing a client’s medication list and notes that the client has a history of hypertension based on which of the following medications?
The floor nurse is receiving report from an ED nurse on a client being admitted for cellulitis of the right leg. The client also is experiencing hypertension. Which question is a priority for the floor nurse to ask the ED nurse?
A client with hypertension asks the nurse about what non-prescription medications to take for seasonal allergies. Which response from the nurse is correct?
At a clinic visit, a nurse is checking a client’s vital signs. The client’s blood pressure is 141/92 mmHg. Which of the following statements from the nurse is correct?
The nurse is caring for a client with a hypertensive crisis. Which of the following signs indicate an emergent situation? Select all that apply.
