Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
A nurse is discussing management of hypertension with a patient. Which patient statement indicates that additional teaching about the relationship between hypertension and acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is needed?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
My high blood pressure has no relationship to the severity of heart disease or its outcomes': This statement is false. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease, including ACS, and it directly affects the severity and outcomes of heart disease.