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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-standing or poorly controlled hypertension?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of long-standing or poorly controlled hypertension?
- Low blood pressure
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Diminished visual acuity
- Blurred vision (correct)
What should a patient bring to their visit to verify the accuracy and technique of home blood pressure monitor use?
What should a patient bring to their visit to verify the accuracy and technique of home blood pressure monitor use?
- A home blood pressure log
- A home blood pressure medication
- A home blood pressure machine (correct)
- A home blood pressure cuff
What is the potential cause of low blood pressure readings in patients with hypertension?
What is the potential cause of low blood pressure readings in patients with hypertension?
- Medication interactions (correct)
- Impaired cardiovascular reflexes
- Excessive diuretic use
- Orthostatic hypotension
Why is an eye examination with an ophthalmoscope particularly important for patients with hypertension?
Why is an eye examination with an ophthalmoscope particularly important for patients with hypertension?
What should patients be given updated information on at each visit?
What should patients be given updated information on at each visit?
What is a potential symptom of orthostatic hypotension?
What is a potential symptom of orthostatic hypotension?
Why should all body systems be assessed when a patient returns for follow-up care?
Why should all body systems be assessed when a patient returns for follow-up care?
What should be promptly reported if found during the assessment of body systems?
What should be promptly reported if found during the assessment of body systems?
What may be changed based on the findings during the assessment of body systems?
What may be changed based on the findings during the assessment of body systems?
What can impaired cardiovascular reflexes be brought on by in patients with hypertension?
What can impaired cardiovascular reflexes be brought on by in patients with hypertension?
