The nurse is participating in the clinical trial of a new medication for the treatment of hypertension. To assess the effectiveness of the medication, which assessments would the nurse perform to help determine whether the average dose is effective for the patient?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. Blood pressure
B. Heart rate
C. Laboratory values
D. Diet
E. Sleep habits
Answer: C
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