Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with essential hypertension asks the nurse, 'Why do I have high blood pressure?' Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Essential hypertension has no single cause but multiple risk factors (e.g., genetics, lifestyle) (C). Kidney disease (A) or diet (B) may contribute but arenÔÇÖt definitive, and concern (D) avoids the question.