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A client with a history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension received new medication prescriptions three days ago. Today the client returns to the clinic reporting a severe headache and blurred vision. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: Obtaining a blood pressure reading is critical to rule out hypertensive crisis, a potential cause of severe headache and blurred vision.

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