Frank Palmer, 79 years old, has been having episodes of elevated blood pressure. Which of the following symptoms would make you concerned that his blood pressure is elevated?
a. Epistaxis
b. Neck stiffness
c. Excessive eye tearing
d. Gum tenderness and redness around the teeth
A
Epistaxis, or nosebleed, can be a sign that an older person's blood pressure is elevated, causing the fragile blood vessels in the nasal mucosa to rupture. Neck stiffness, excessive tearing, and gum inflammation are symptoms of potential problems but not related to hypertension.
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