The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with Cushing's disease. Which of the following nursing interventions would have highest priority for a client with increased levels of both cortisol and aldosterone?
1. Monitor blood pressure frequently.
2. Plan for frequent rest periods.
3. Assess for signs of infection.
4. Review coping strategies.
Monitor blood pressure frequently.
Rationale: Increased levels of cortisol and aldosterone may result in hypertension, so frequent monitoring of BP is a nursing priority. Providing rest periods addresses the client's fatigue issues but does not have priority over BP concerns. Assessing for signs of infection is appropriate but does not have priority over BP concerns. Reviewing coping strategies is appropriate but does not have priority over BP concerns.
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