A nurse is providing education on hypertension management to a client. Which statement by the nurse accurately reflects a lifestyle modification for managing hypertension?

A) This option is incorrect. Hypertensive crises are characterized by a sudden and severe increase in blood pressure, not sudden drops.

B) This option is incorrect. During a hypertensive crisis, blood pressure levels can rise to extremely high levels, not remain stable.

C) Correct answer. Hypertensive crises involve severely high blood pressure levels, which can lead to acute organ damage and require immediate medical intervention.

D) This option is incorrect. Hypertensive crises are medical emergencies and require prompt medical intervention to lower blood pressure and prevent potential complications.

A) This option is incorrect. Increased appetite and weight gain are not typical manifestations of hypertensive encephalopathy.

B) Correct answer. Hypertensive encephalopathy is characterized by visual disturbances, severe headaches, and neurological symptoms resulting from uncontrolled hypertension and cerebral edema.

C) This option is incorrect. Pain and tingling in the extremities are not directly associated with hypertensive encephalopathy.

D) This option is incorrect. Reduced urine output and fatigue are more likely related to kidney damage and heart failure, respectively, rather than hypertensive encephalopathy.

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