A patient admitted to the hospital with hypertension is diagnosed with a pheochromocytoma. The nurse will plan to monitor the patient for

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The classic clinical manifestations of pheochromocytoma are hypertension, tachycardia, severe headache, diaphoresis, and abdominal or chest pain. Elevated blood glucose also may occur because of sympathetic nervous system stimulation. Bradycardia and flushing would not be expected.

A Patient Admitted to the Hospital with Hypertension Is Diagnosed