A patient, recovering from coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, tells the nurse that it feels good to be cured of heart disease. Which are appropriate responses by the nurse?. Select all that apply.

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A) CABG surgery helps relieve symptoms of heart disease but does not cure the underlying condition. It's important for patients to understand this to manage expectations and continue with necessary lifestyle changes and treatments. B) Continuing to modify cardiac risk factors, such as diet, exercise, and smoking cessation, is crucial after CABG surgery to help prevent further heart disease progression.

A Patient, Recovering from Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery