A nurse is teaching an adolescent about essential hypertension.The nurse knows that which of the following is correct?
A) Primary hypertension should be treated with diuretics as soon as it is detected.
B) Congenital heart defects are the most common cause of primary hypertension.
C) Primary hypertension may be treated with weight reduction.
D) Primary hypertension is not affected by exercise.

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Essential hypertension in children may be treated with weight reduction and exercise programs.If ineffective,pharmacologic intervention may be needed.Primary hypertension is considered an inherited disorder.

A Nurse Is Teaching an Adolescent About Essential Hypertension