The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Client Diagnosed with Hypertension

The nurse is providing care to a client diagnosed with hypertension and scheduled for testing related to the diagnosis. The client states, "I don't know why I need to have kidney tests." Which client teaching does the nurse provide?

A) "The kidneys secrete hormones that cause vasoconstriction."
B) "Circulation to the kidneys regulates sodium and water levels."
C) "Stress triggers the kidneys to lower your blood pressure."
D) "The ability of the kidneys to make urine is important."