NCLEX-PN

Category - Health Promotion

The nurse is conducting an annual physical examination at a private company. A 50-year-old African American male has a blood pressure measurement of 150/100. Which of the following is the correct action of the nurse?
  1. Refer the client for further evaluation
  2. Recommend the client to have his blood pressure rechecked in one year
  3. Recommend the client to have his blood pressure rechecked in 2 months
  4. Recheck the client’s blood pressure within an hour
Explanation
Answer: A - African-Americans have increased risk for hypertension. A blood pressure of more than 140/90 is indicates hypertension. The client should be referred to his physician for diagnosis and possible treatment.
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