The nurse is planning a hypertension-prevention program. What ...

[Evvie72]

The nurse is planning a hypertension-prevention program. What should be the main focus of the nurse when presenting information?
 
  a. Pharmacological treatment
  b. Surgical interventions available
  c. Patient education
  d. Reduction of aerobic exercise

Question 2

What should the school nurse recommend when encouraging a heart-healthy diet for a child with high cholesterol?
 
  a. A fat intake reduction of 5-10 of total calories
  b. A fat intake reduction of 10-15 of total calories
  c. A fat intake reduction of 15-20 of total calories
  d. A fat intake reduction of 25-35 of total calories

[samiel-sayed]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The main focus of a hypertension-prevention program is patient education.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
For a child with increased cholesterol a fat reduction of 25-35 of total calories with less than 75 saturated fat and less than 200 mg of cholesterol per day is advised.