Which nursing action should the nurse take first in order to assist a patient with newly diagnosed stage 1 hypertension in making needed dietary changes?
a. Collect a detailed diet history.
b. Provide a list of low-sodium foods.
c. Help the patient make an appointment with a dietitian.
d. Teach the patient about foods that are high in potassium.
ANS: A
The initial nursing action should be assessment of the patient's baseline dietary intake through a thorough diet history. The other actions may be appropriate, but assessment of the patient's baseline should occur first.
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