A patient admitted in hypertensive crisis is being cared for by a newly licensed nurse and his preceptor.The preceptor would consider which information when explaining the potential etiology of this crisis? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
A)How well has the patient's hypertension been controlled in the past?
B)How old is the patient?
C)Has the patient been following the prescribed therapy?
D)What therapy was the patient prescribed?
E)How long has the patient been hypertensive?

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These factors can all contribute to a hypertensive crisis and should be considered when explaining the potential etiology to the patient.

A Patient Admitted in Hypertensive Crisis Is Being Cared for by a Newly