Which of the Following Statements Describes a Risk Factor for High

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes a risk factor for high blood pressure?

• A)Three alcohol drinks per day increases the risk for developing high blood pressure
• B)Most people are genetically sensitive to sodium and will develop high blood pressure from excess salt intake
• C)Ninety-five percent of people under 50 years of age with high blood pressure respond favorably to low salt intake
• D)Ninety-five percent of people with high blood pressure who restrict salt intake show a significant decrease in blood pressure

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