Which nursing action should the nurse take first in order to assist a patient with newly diagnosed stage 1 hypertension in making needed dietary changes?
A) Have the patient record dietary intake for 3 days.
B) Give the patient a detailed list of low-sodium foods.
C) Teach the patient about foods that are high in sodium.
D) Help the patient make an appointment with a dietitian.
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