The Client Recently Was Diagnosed with Hypertension with a Sustained

question 3

Multiple Choice

The client recently was diagnosed with hypertension with a sustained blood pressure of 144/90 mm/Hg.The client is concerned about effects on the body.What effects of hypertension on the body will the nurse include in her education of this client? Select all that apply.

• A)Heart failure
• B)Blindness
• C)Liver failure
• D)Stroke
• E)Kidney damage

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