The Nurse Is Teaching a Clinic Patient About Hypertension

The nurse is teaching a clinic patient about hypertension.Which statement by the patient suggests that he is present-oriented?

A) "I know I need to lose weight; I'll have to begin an exercise program right away."
B) "If I change my diet and begin exercising, maybe I can control my blood pressure without medications."
C) "I know I need to give up foods that contain a lot of salt, but with teenagers in the house it is very difficult."
D) "I will reduce the amount of calories, salt, and fat that I eat; I certainly do not want to have a stroke."