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Question 1 of 63

The nurse obtains adult blood pressure readings on four separate clients. Which client should have a follow-up blood pressure check within 2 months?

A. The client whose blood pressure is 138/88 mm Hg

B. The client whose blood pressure is 132/98 mm Hg

C. The client whose blood pressure is 132/98 mm Hg

D. The client whose blood pressure is 118/78 mm Hg

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Question 2 of 63

Which response by the nurse is most accurate?

A. Sustained hypertension decreases thenvim life span of many blood cells.

B. Sustained hypertension leads to the formation of venous blood clots.

C. Sustained hypertension compromises blood flow to many vital organs.

D. Sustained hypertension predisposes to narrowing of the cardiac valves.

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Question 3 of 63

When the nurse at the physician's office reviews the client's medical record, which finding is the best indication that the client's heart has been affected by sustained high blood pressure?

A. The client has a strong S2 heart sound.

B. The client's heart rate is 100 beats/minute when active.

C. The client's heart is a moderate disorder

D. The client has an irregular heart rhythm.

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Question 4 of 63

When the client asks the nurse how cholesterol acts as a cardiac risk factor, what is the best explanation?

A. Excess fat in the blood expands the circulating blood volume.

B. Excess fat in the blood thickens the lining of the arteries.

C. Excess fat in the blood causes slower blood clotting.

D. Excess fat in the blood stimulates the heart to beat faster.

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Question 5 of 63

After providing medication instructions, the best evidence that the client knows this drug's potential side effects is when the client states it may cause which adverse effect?

A. Muscle pain

B. Palpitations

C. Visual images

D. Weight loss

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