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1. a Which BP regulating mechanisms can result in the de-
c velopment of hypertension if defective? (Select all that
e apply).
a. Release of norepinephrine.
b. Secretion of prostaglandins.
c. Stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system.
d. Stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system.
e. Activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system.
2. b While obtaining subjective assessment data from the pa-
tient with hypertension, the nurse recognizes that a mod-
ifiable risk factor for the development of hypertension is:
a. a low-calcium diet
b. excessive alcohol intake
c. a family history of hypertension
d. consumption of a high-protein diet
3. d In teaching a patient with hypertension about controlling
the illness, the nurse recognizes that
a. all patients with elevated BP require medication
b. obese persons must achieve a normal weight to lower
BP
c. it is not necessary to limit salt in the diet if taking a
diuretic
d. lifestyle modifications are indicated for all persons with
elevated BP
4. d A priority consideration in the management of the older
adult with hypertension is to
a. prevent primary hypertension from converting to sec-
ondary hypertension
b. recognize that the older adult is less likely to adhere to
the drug therapy regimen than a younger adult
c. ensure that the patient receives larger initial doses of
antihypertensive drugs because of impaired absorption
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d. use careful technique in assessing the BP of the patient
because of the possible presence of ausculatory gap
5. a A patient with newly discovered high BP has an average
reading of 158/95 mm Hg after 3 months of exercise and
diet modifications. Which management strategy will be a
priority for this patient?
a. medication will be required because the BP is still not
at goal
b. BP monitoring should continue for another 3 months to
confirm a diagnosis of hypertension
c. lifestyle changes are less important, since they were not
effective, and medications will be started
d. more vigorous changes in the patient's lifestyle are
needed for a longer time before starting medications
6. a When a person's blood pressure rises, the homeostatic
mechanism to compensate for an elevation involves stim-
ulation of
a. baroreceptors that inhibit the sympathetic nervous sys-
tem, causing vasodilation
b. chemoreceptors that inhibit the sympathetic nervous
system, causing vasodilation
c. baroreceptors that inhibit the parasympathetic nervous
system, causing vasodilation
d. chemoreceptors that stimulate the sympathetic nervous
system, causing an increased heart rate
7. d A 44-yr-old man is diagnosed with hypertension and re-
ceives a prescription for benazepril (Lotensin). After pro-
viding instruction, which statement by the patient indicates
correct understanding?
a. "If I take this medication, I will not need to follow a
special diet."
b. "It is normal to have some swelling in my face while
taking this medication."
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