A client with newly diagnosed hypertension blood pressure is 180/100 mmHg three weeks after starting therapy. The nurse formulates a diagnosis of "deficient knowledge regarding management of hypertension related to inexperience." Which of the following nursing interventions is an appropriate first step for this client?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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A client with newly diagnosed hypertension blood pressure is 180/100 mmHg three weeks after starting therapy. The nurse formulates a diagnosis of "deficient knowledge regarding management of hypertension related to inexperience." Which of the following nursing interventions is an appropriate  first  step for this client? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Identify normal blood pressure range and targeted range for therapy

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Outline the mechanisms of action for each medication the client is taking

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Encourage the client to stop smoking

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Educate the client regarding their diet

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