The nurse is planning a presentation to a group of senior citizens on lifestyle modifications to manage high blood pressure. What major points will the nurse include in this presentation? Select all that apply.
1. Keep sodium intake to 2.4 grams per day.
2. Achieve and maintain a normal body mass index.
3. Perform aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week.
4. Consumption of fruits and whole grains has little impact on blood pressure.
5. Limit daily alcohol intake to two drinks for males and one drink for females.
1. Keep sodium intake to 2.4 grams per day.
2. Achieve and maintain a normal body mass index.
3. Perform aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week.
5. Limit daily alcohol intake to two drinks for males and one drink for females.
Explanation: 1. One lifestyle modification is to keep sodium intake below 2.4 grams per day.
2. One lifestyle modification is to achieve and maintain a normal body mass index.
3. One lifestyle modification is to perform aerobic activity for 30 minutes most days of the week.
4. Increasing the consumption of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains will lower blood pressure.
5. One lifestyle modification is to limit daily alcohol intake to two drinks for males and one drink for females.
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