Hypertension
Hypertension ( 42 Questions)
A nurse is discussing modifiable risk factors for hypertension with a client. Which factor should the nurse include in the discussion?
This option is incorrect. A family history of hypertension is a non-modifiable risk factor.
This option is incorrect. Ethnicity, such as being African-American, is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension.
Correct answer. Tobacco use is a modifiable risk factor for hypertension. Smoking causes vasoconstriction and damages blood vessels, contributing to elevated blood pressure.
This option is incorrect. Advancing age is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension.
A) This option is incorrect. A family history of hypertension is a non-modifiable risk factor.
B) This option is incorrect. Ethnicity, such as being African-American, is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension.
C) Correct answer. Tobacco use is a modifiable risk factor for hypertension. Smoking causes vasoconstriction and damages blood vessels, contributing to elevated blood pressure.
D) This option is incorrect. Advancing age is a non-modifiable risk factor for hypertension.