A client is being seen after being on hypertension medication for the last 3 months.The client has lost weight since the last visit.The client also tells the nurse that he or she is walking 2 miles 5 days a week and has been eating more fruits and vegetables.What does the nurse anticipate from the prescriber?

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Given the positive lifestyle changes such as increased physical activity and improved diet, along with weight loss, the prescriber may consider decreasing the hypertension medication if the patient's blood pressure has become more controlled or lower than targeted.

A Client Is Being Seen After Being on Hypertension Medication