Which intervention by the nurse would be best to motivate a patient newly diagnosed with hypertension to learn about the prescribed treatment plan?
1) Explain that when left untreated, hypertension may lead to stroke.
2) Tell the patient to let the nurse know when he is ready to learn.
3) Encourage the patient to learn about various treatment options.
4) Reassure the patient that adhering to the treatment produces a good outcome.
ANS: 1
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