The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a 76-year-old patient who is hypertensive. When following physician orders to treat elevated blood pressure, which of these guidelines should be used?

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It is important to reduce blood pressure slowly in hypertensive patients to prevent complications such as hypotension and decreased organ perfusion. There is no indication to increase heart rate in this scenario.

The Nurse Is Contributing to the Plan of Care for a 76-Year-Old