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Afflicting approximately 50 million people, hypertension costs over $500 million per year and accounts for the largest number of physician office visits per year and the greatest use of prescription drugs. Nurses play a vital role in assessing and managing hypertensive clients' and promoting clients' compliance with treatment regimens.
