Which statement by a patient with hypertension indicates to the nurse that more teaching is needed?
A) "Lots of rest will help lower my blood pressure."
B) "I need to achieve an optimal weight."
C) "I should lower my alcohol intake."
D) "I should follow a low saturated fat diet."
A) "Lots of rest will help lower my blood pressure."
Explanation: A) The first step in treating chronic HTN is to implement therapeutic lifestyle changes. These changes are the same as those for other cardiovascular disorders and may include the following: restricting sodium consumption, limiting alcohol consumption, smoking cessation, maintaining an optimal weight, reducing intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, increasing physical activity, and reducing stress levels.
B) The first step in treating chronic HTN is to implement therapeutic lifestyle changes. These changes are the same as those for other cardiovascular disorders and may include the following: restricting sodium consumption, limiting alcohol consumption, smoking cessation, maintaining an optimal weight, reducing intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, increasing physical activity, and reducing stress levels.
C) The first step in treating chronic HTN is to implement therapeutic lifestyle changes. These changes are the same as those for other cardiovascular disorders and may include the following: restricting sodium consumption, limiting alcohol consumption, smoking cessation, maintaining an optimal weight, reducing intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, increasing physical activity, and reducing stress levels.
D) The first step in treating chronic HTN is to implement therapeutic lifestyle changes. These changes are the same as those for other cardiovascular disorders and may include the following: restricting sodium consumption, limiting alcohol consumption, smoking cessation, maintaining an optimal weight, reducing intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables, increasing physical activity, and reducing stress levels.
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