The Nurse Is Assessing a Client with a Diagnosis of Hypertension

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a client with a diagnosis of hypertension. The client's blood pressure is 178/88, an increase from 134/78 at the previous clinic visit. The nurse asks the client what has changed from the previous visit. Which client statement identifies a potential factor interfering with the plan of care?

A) My husband has been ill and I don't have anyone to help me care for him.
B) I have learned to prepare foods differently so they are low in fat.
C) My neighbor walks with me around the neighborhood every morning.
D) I have been taking my hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) every day.