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Hypertensive urgency at pharmacy — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateCardiovascular TherapeuticsHypertensive urgency at pharmacyGPhC CRA

A 62-year-old man has a pharmacy BP reading of 198/112 mmHg on repeated measurements. He reports a severe headache and blurred vision that started this morning. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Arrange same-day urgent medical assessment

Severe hypertension with symptoms suggestive of end-organ involvement needs urgent medical assessment. Pharmacy BP services should have escalation pathways for very high readings or concerning symptoms. Routine review is not appropriate in this presentation.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/registration-assessment#stage-8-order-47