Which information should the nurse include when teaching a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension?

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Hypertension is usually asymptomatic until target organ damage has occurred.Lifestyle changes (e.g.,physical activity,dietary changes)are used to help manage blood pressure,but drugs are needed for most patients.Home BP monitoring should be taught to the patient and findings checked by the health care provider frequently when starting treatment for hypertension and then every 3 months once stable.

Which Information Should the Nurse Include When Teaching a Patient