The client's blood pressure is 134/88 mm Hg. Which of the following categories is consistent with this blood pressure measurement?
A. Extreme hypertension
B. Moderate hypertension
C. Hypertension
D. Prehypertension
D
A new category, prehypertension, has been designated as 120 to 139 mm Hg systolic or 80 to 89 mm Hg diastolic. These clients are at higher risk of developing hypertension.
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The daughter of an older patient is concerned that the patient continues to drive at age 81. What should the nurse share with the daughter and patient about motor vehicle accidents and older people?
1. The elderly have few wrecks, as they are more cautious drivers. 2. There are few studies available looking at this particular concern. 3. The risks of seniors over age 80 are similar to those of teen drivers. 4. Accidents are the result of cognitive changes not related to sensory problems.
Nursing care of the patient after thrombolytic therapy focuses on the assessment of which common complication?
1. Bleeding 2. Reperfusion chest pain 3. Lethargy 4. Heart block
Mr. Morris is a 38-year-old patient who presents to the clinic with complaints of allergies. An allergy can cause the conjunctiva to have a:
a. cobblestone pattern. b. dry surface. c. subconjunctival hemorrhage. d. rust-colored pigment.
If the patient becomes weak or ill during a tub bath or shower,
A. use the call signal to get help. B. quickly go and get the nurse. C. splash cool water on the patient's face. D. assist the patient out of the tub or shower.