Multiple Choice
An older patient has a blood pressure reading of 150/88. The patient reports no other symptoms or medical history of illness. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do?
A) Have the blood pressure rechecked in a month.
B) Do nothing since this is a normal variant of aging.
C) Go to the emergency department for further evaluation and treatment.
D) Contact the primary care provider for further evaluation and treatment.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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