Which of the following behavior modifications should the nurse instruct a patient to accomplish to help reduce the risk factors for an occurrence of a stroke.
A) Increase the intake of green, leafy vegetables.
B) Stop smoking.
C) Control blood pressure.
D) Increase physical activity.

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Stopping smoking,keeping blood pressure under control,and incorporating physical activities are all modifiable risk factors.Increasing the intake of green leafy vegetables does not,in itself,decrease the risk of stroke; however,they are part of a healthy diet if the patient is not taking an anticoagulant medication.

Which of the Following Behavior Modifications Should the Nurse Instruct