Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with essential hypertension asks the nurse, 'I donÔÇÖt know why the doctor is worried about my blood pressure. I feel just great.' Which statement by the nurse would be the most appropriate response?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Hypertension causes silent organ damage (heart, kidneys) (A), even without symptoms. Headaches (B) arenÔÇÖt reliable, doctor visits (C) are irrelevant, and heart function (D) is vague.