The client has been started on Sinemet. She is also being treated with an MAO inhibitor medication. The nurse anticipates that which of the client's vital signs should be most closely monitored?
a. Blood pressure
b. Apical pulse
c. Temperature
d. Respirations
ANS: A
Hypertensive crisis may result when the client is on Sinemet and an MAO inhibitor drug.
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