A home health nurse who is caring for an 88-year-old patient with severe hypertension in addition to a respiratory problem notices several drugs on the bedside table.Which medication should the nurse suggest the patient avoid?

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Decongestants can increase blood pressure and should be avoided by patients with severe hypertension. Aspirin, Colace, and expectorants do not have significant effects on blood pressure and can be safely used by the patient.

A Home Health Nurse Who Is Caring for an 88-Year-Old