Which patient complaint should receive priority from a patient who is taking the MAOI tranylcypromine (Parnate)?

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Hypertensive crisis may occur if a patient taking a MAOI ingests certain food containing tyramine or drugs that cause blood pressure (BP)elevation.Headache is a warning sign of hypertensive crisis.The nurse should assess BP and inquire about other symptoms of hypertensive crisis.Stiffness is not related to MAOI therapy.Elevated temperature is not an initial sign of hypertensive crisis.Constipation is not a sign of hypertensive crisis.

Which Patient Complaint Should Receive Priority from a Patient Who