Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The male client diagnosed with essential hypertension has been prescribed an alpha-adrenergic blocker. Which intervention should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Alpha blockers cause orthostatic hypotension; changing positions slowly (D) prevents falls. Bananas (A) are unrelated, impotence (B) is possible but not expected, and empty stomach (C) is not required.