Stage 1 hypertension is classified as a persistent blood pressure reading at or above 140 to 159 mm Hg systolic and 90 to 99 mm Hg diastolic.Readings above this range are further classified as stage 2 hypertension when it is at or above160 mm Hg systolic and at or above100 mm Hg diastolic.Clients receiving antihypertensive drug therapy may experience all of the following except which one?

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Antihypertensive drugs can cause various side effects including orthostatic hypotension, xerostomia (dry mouth), and fatigue, but a metallic taste is not a common side effect of these medications.

Stage 1 Hypertension Is Classified as a Persistent Blood Pressure