When Caring for an Older Patient with Hypertension Who Has

question 18

Multiple Choice

When caring for an older patient with hypertension who has been hospitalized after a transient ischemic (TIA) ,which topic is the most important for the nurse to include in the discharge teaching?

• A)Effect of atherosclerosis on blood vessels
• B)Mechanism of action of anticoagulant drug therapy
• C)Symptoms indicating that the patient should contact the health care provider
• D)Impact of the patient's family history on likelihood of developing a serious stroke

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Budget Lines

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