A nurse counsels a patient with a family history of hypertension regarding lifestyle modifications. Which dietary instruction should be given?
1. Limit the intake of dietary fats from all sources.
2. Limit potassium intake to less than 50 mmol per day.
3. Restrict carbohydrate intake to 25% or less of daily caloric intake.
4. Ensure that the diet contains 2500 mg of calcium per day.
Correct Answer: 1
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