A Client with Hypertension Is Receiving Medication to Lower His

question 26

Multiple Choice

A client with hypertension is receiving medication to lower his blood pressure. Which nursing action demonstrates the evaluation process related to medication administration?

• A) Asking the client if they have adhered to the prescribed treatment
• B) Determining that goals were not met 3 days following medication administration
• C) Administration of IV antihypertensive agents
• D) Determination of the client's baseline blood pressure

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