The nurse is teaching a group of patients about hypertension. Which patient is at highest risk for developing hypertension?

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C) A 60-year-old African American female who is 5 foot 7 inches and weighs 275 pounds is at the highest risk for developing hypertension due to a combination of factors including age, race, and being significantly overweight. Obesity is a major risk factor for hypertension, and African Americans have a higher prevalence of hypertension compared to other racial groups.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Group of Patients About Hypertension