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In conducting the initial assessment of a preoperative client, the nurse notes that the client's home medications include the monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor phenelzine. Because of this client's medication history, which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to monitor?

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Rationale: MAO inhibitors like phenelzine can cause hypertensive crises, especially with certain foods or medications. Monitoring blood pressure is critical to detect this life-threatening complication. Urinary output, respiratory rate, and temperature are less directly affected by MAO inhibitors.

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