When educating a patient about risk factors for hypertension, the nurse recognizes the patient has comprehended the teaching when he states:
A) "I will need to incorporate physical activity into my daily activities."
B) "My family history has no impact on risk factors for hypertension."
C) "My weight does not affect my chances of developing hypertension."
D) "As I get older, my chances of developing hypertension lessen."
Ans: A
Feedback: Risk factors for developing hypertension include sedentary lifestyle, age, excess body weight, family history, and sodium intake.
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