A client diagnosed with hypertension is experiencing allergic rhinitis. The nurse realizes that the medication that would not be indicated for this client would be:

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Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that can raise blood pressure and may exacerbate hypertension, therefore it would not be indicated for a client with hypertension. Loratadine and montelukast are antihistamines that can help relieve allergic rhinitis symptoms without affecting blood pressure. Zafirlukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for the treatment of asthma, and while it may not be contraindicated in hypertension, it is not typically used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis.

A Client Diagnosed with Hypertension Is Experiencing Allergic Rhinitis