The nurse is providing teaching for a weight loss group on the cardiac dangers of obesity. Which statement, if made by the nurse, would be incorrect?
A)"Obesity increases the risk of atherosclerosis."
B)"Obesity increases the risk of hypertension."
C)"Obesity can reduce pumping action of the heart."
D)"Obesity can diminish tissue perfusion."

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Obesity does not directly diminish tissue perfusion; rather, it can lead to conditions like atherosclerosis and hypertension, which may affect perfusion indirectly.

The Nurse Is Providing Teaching for a Weight Loss Group