During a health fair, the nurse is alert for which risk factors for hypertension? (Select all that apply.)
A) Excessive protein intake
B) Having parents with hypertension
C) Excessive alcohol intake
D) Being Asian
E) Experiencing persistent stress
F) Elevated serum lipids

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Options B, C, E, and F are all risk factors for hypertension. Excessive protein is not a risk factor for hypertension, but excessive sodium intake is a risk factor. Being Asian is not a risk factor, but being African-American is a risk factor.

During a Health Fair, the Nurse Is Alert for Which