A client who has hypertension says, "I don't want to have to start on medication. It took my dad two years of suffering with side effects before they figured out which one was best for him to take." What is the nurse's best response?
1. "Genetic testing may help to identify the best medication to treat your hypertension."
2. "I'm sorry that you couldn't control your hypertension without medications."
3. "The drugs are much better now and don't have many side effects."
4. "Trial-and-error is the best way we have to determine the best medication for you."
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Rationale 1: Genetic testing has been used to tailor drug therapy to the individual with hypertension.
Rationale 2: This is a kind statement, but does not provide any direction for the client.
Rationale 3: This is not a true statement about medications used for hypertension.
Rationale 4: This is not a true statement regarding antihypertensive medications. The idea of trial-and-error is not a concept that builds confidence in the client.
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