A Client Has Just Been Diagnosed with Prehypertension

question 25

Multiple Choice

A client has just been diagnosed with prehypertension. What would the nurse instruct this client to do to restore his blood pressure below hypertensive levels?

• A) Increase iodine intake
• B) Decrease sodium intake
• C) Increase fluid intake
• D) Avoid over-the-counter decongestants

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