Obtain complete medical history

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The rescue squad brought a 48-year-old client to the ED in the midst of a hypertensive emergency. Blood pressure is 188/112 mm Hg, and the client reports severe headache and drowsiness. The client is disoriented and vomits. What is the nurse's primary goal in this hypertensive emergency? Lower blood pressure as quickly as possible Obtain complete medical history Assess for a cause of hypertension before proceeding Lower blood pressure gradually.

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