Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
The nurse notes that which disorder places the patient at greatest risk for hypertensive crisis?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the adrenal glands that can cause excessive production of catecholamines (such as norepinephrine and epinephrine), leading to a hypertensive crisis. This condition can cause severe hypertension, headaches, palpitations, and sweating.