A patient's blood pressure continues to be elevated despite being prescribed an ACE inhibitor for several weeks. What should the nurse do at this time?
A) Ask if the patient is taking the prescribed medication.
B) Suggest to the physician that another medication be added.
C) Schedule the patient to have the blood pressure checked again in a week.
D) Realize the patient is anxious because of the diagnosis.
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