A patient who has been taking methyldopa (Aldomet)for his hypertension reports to the emergency department with a severe headache,blurred vision,and a blood pressure reading of 200/94 mm Hg.The nurse would suspect:

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Abruptly stopping antihypertensive medications can result in a hypertensive crisis.The patient's presenting symptoms may include rebound hypertension and reports of confusion,nausea,restlessness,and headache,as well as vision abnormalities.

A Patient Who Has Been Taking Methyldopa (Aldomet)for His Hypertension