You are caring for a client diagnosed with secondary hypertension. What would be a predisposing condition for this diagnosis?
A) Use of valium
B) Hypoaldosteronism
C) Pancreatic disease
D) Use of oral contraceptives
D
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Predisposing conditions include kidney disease, pheochromocytoma (a tumor of the adrenal medulla), hyperaldosteronism (increased secretion of mineralcorticoid by the adrenal cortex), atherosclerosis, use of cocaine or other cardiac stimulants (e.g., weight-control drugs, caffeine), and use of oral contraceptives. Secondary hypertension is not caused by the use of sedatives, hypoaldosteronism, or pancreatic disease.
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