The nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of hypertension and is currently admitted to the hospital with a myocardial infarction. Discuss the pathophysiology of hypertension and it relationship to the MI, assessment information pertinent for the patient, lab work or diagnostic test appropriate for managing the disease process, pharmacology agent that would be appropriate for the patient, and specific nursing interventions addressing the specific needs and care measures. In the discussion discharge planning and teaching should be included.

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