The patient who complains of sudden onset of severe headache, blurred vision, and dyspnea may be suffering from
A) CHF.
B) MI.
C) malignant hypertension.
D) angina pectoris.

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The patient may experience headaches, epistaxis, light-headedness, or syncope, although there are usually no symptoms. The hypertension is generally detected when blood pressure is taken during a physical examination or screening process. Hypertension is more common with increased age in all groups. If hypertension is accompanied by hyperlipidemia, it may lead to atherosclerosis.

The Patient Who Complains of Sudden Onset of Severe Headache