Antihypertensive NCLEX questions well answered 2024

Antihypertensive NCLEX questionsThe nurse is assessing the patient's knowledge regarding drug therapy prescribed for the treatment of hypertension. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching by the nurse? A. "I will move slowly from a sitting to standing position." B. "Blood pressure drugs can cause changes in sexual functioning." C. "When my blood pressure is over 140/90, I will take my medication." D. "I will wear a medical alert bracelet." - correct answer C. Patients must adhere to prescribed antihypertensive regimen to prevent end-organ damage. Many patients do not adhere to this regimen because hypertension itself does not cause symptoms, but the medication may produce unwanted adverse effects. Patient teaching is essential. The nurse understands a patient who is treated for hypertension may be switched to an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) because of which angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor adverse effect? A. Dry, nonproductive cough B. Hypokalemia C. Fatigue D. Orthostatic hypotension - correct answer A.