A client who has had a dissecting aneurysm repaired is being prepared for discharge. The client has a history of hypertension. The nurse is careful to explain to the client the importance of: Select all that apply
1. Keeping the blood pressure well managed.
2. Not running out of blood pressure medication.
3. Taking the client's pulse.
4. Managing the incision.
5. Not drinking too much fluid.
1. Keeping the blood pressure well managed.
2. Not running out of blood pressure medication.
Rationale: Keeping the blood pressure well managed. It is critical to keep the client's blood pressure under control. Not running out of blood pressure medication. It is critical for the client to take medication as instructed. Taking the client's pulse. Taking the client's pulse should not be an issue. Managing the incision. Managing an incision should not be an issue. Not drinking too much fluid. There isn't likely to be a fluid restriction for the client.
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