Which statements by the patient would the nurse evaluate as indicating a need for additional teaching about hypertension?. Select all that apply.
A) "Hypertension affects my blood vessels only if I have other underlying health problems."
B) "Hypertension causes my blood vessels to become inflamed and reduces the blood supply to my organs if left untreated."
C) "Hypertension damages my blood vessels even if I don't have any symptoms."
D) "I will be more prone to heart disease and eye problems if I discontinue my blood pressure medications."
E) "As long as I take my medications, I am cured of hypertension."
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