Describe the "5 A's" of nutrition counseling for hypertension.
What will be an ideal response?
Assess: Check food intake, dietary habits, physical activity, and readiness to change behavior. The dietitian may assess according to the WAVE tool (weight, activity, variety, excess).Advise: Give clear, specific, and personalized behavior change advice. Say, "Diet changes, exercise, and weight loss can reduce your blood pressure as much as medicine."Agree: Collaborate with the patient, base goals on readiness to change, and keep food and exercise records.Assist: Help the patient acquire knowledge, skills, and support; provide resources, lists, and recommendations for community groups and clubs.Arrange: Make and schedule follow-up appointments with the patient.
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