The nurse is discussing the role of lifestyle modifications with a patient who has a diagnosis of primary hypertension. Which of the following lifestyle modifications typically results in the greatest reduction in blood pressure (BP)?
A) Reduction in salt intake
B) Weight loss
C) Vigilant blood pressure monitoring
D) Reduction in alcohol intake
B
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a. local hematoma c. orthostatic hypotension b. postdural puncture headache d. residual motor block
A nurse is caring for a 70-year-old client with pain related to osteoarthritis. The pain is relatively constant. The client is prescribed pharmacological treatment for the pain
In suggesting alternative therapies to the client, the nurse would consider their effectiveness to be A) less effective in the elderly. B) greater when used in conjunction with pharmacological therapy. C) of no difference. D) more effective in the elderly.
The nurse is reviewing the health history for an older patient newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. For which health problem would the medication metformin be contraindicated?
1. Heart failure 2. Hypertension 3. Osteoarthritis 4. Renal insufficiency
Which of the following outcomes should a nurse expect in a client who exercises regularly?
A) Reduced glucose transport into cells B) Reduced cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2 max) C) Increased insulin sensitivity D) Reduced metabolic rate