An older male patient taking medication for hypertension asks what else can be done to reduce the blood pressure. What measures should the nurse recommend to the patient?
A) A low-fat, low-cholesterol diet
B) Deep breathing and Buerger-Allen exercises
C) Weight loss and a reduction in sodium intake
D) Daily low-dose aspirin and one alcoholic drink daily
C
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While moderate alcohol intake, low-dose ASA, and a low-fat diet are conducive to cardiac health, weight loss and reduced sodium intake are more specific to the management of hypertension. Buerger-Allen exercises are used in the management of arteriosclerosis. Deep breathing is not a measure to specifically reduce the blood pressure.
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