Situation: Jenny, 43 years old, has consulted her family physician because she has been experiencing chest pains, intolerance to heat, nervousness, dizziness, frequent headaches, and palpitations during the past three months. The doctor diagnosed her with pheochromocytoma. The most important assessment that the nurse should carry out with regards to Jenny’s condition is:
  1. Urine output
  2. Blood pressure
  3. Respiratory rate
  4. Temperature
Explanation
Answer - B - Pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the adrenal medulla that causes an increase secretion of catecholamines that can elevate the blood pressure.
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