If you have taken the client's blood pressure and the reading is abnormal, you should:

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It is not necessary to initiate a conversation about a referral and medications until environmental factors can be ruled out. It is appropriate to ask the client about environmental factors if the blood pressure reading is abnormal. Abnormal blood pressure readings can be due to environmental factors such as walking fast if late to a dental appointment. It is not necessary to notify the dentist and initiate a referral until environmental factors can be ruled out. When the blood pressure is abnormal, take the blood pressure again.

If You Have Taken the Client's Blood Pressure and the Reading