The physician has ordered hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for the patient in chronic renal failure. The nurse suspects the patient is experiencing an ineffective response to the medication. Which assessment is a priority for this patient?
A) Reviewing the lab work for hypokalemia and hyponatremia
B) Assessing the vital signs for hypertension
C) Assessing the skin for moisture and turgor
D) Auscultating breath sounds for wheezes
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