Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching a client just diagnosed with mild hypertension. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Thiazide diuretics are often the initial treatment for mild hypertension, reducing fluid volume and blood pressure. Saturated fats should be limited, blood pressure management is long-term, and alcohol should be limited to one drink per day for women, two for men.