A nurse is assessing a client for the major risk factors associated with coronary artery disease (CAD). Which modifiable risk factor does the nurse obtain data on from the client?
A. Age
B. Ethnicity
C. Hypertension
D. Genetic inheritance
Ans: C. Hypertension
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An Asian woman comes to the clinic with a complaint of back pain. During the history interview, she tells the nurse that she usually uses acupuncture for her ailments. What is the nurse's best response?
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