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The nurse in the outpatient clinic is talking with a client who was diagnosed with hypertension 6 months ago. The clientÔÇÖs current blood pressure is 170/94 mm Hg. Which of the following questions would be most important for the nurse to ask?
Correct answer
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Rationale
Medication adherence is the most critical factor to assess in uncontrolled hypertension (170/94 mm Hg), as non-compliance is a common cause. Stress, diet, and smoking are secondary.