When checking a patient's blood pressure before giving a drug specifically prescribed for hypertension, the reading is 84/50 mm Hg. What is your best action?
A) Change the patient's position and reassess the blood pressure in 15 min.
B) Document the finding as the only action and give the drug as usual.
C) Assess the patient's ankles for peripheral pulses and edema.
D) Hold the dose and notify the healthcare provider.
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