The patient has a blood pressure reading of 126/84 mmHg.She asks the nurse if she has high blood pressure.What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "You have prehypertension,but it isn't really serious."
B) "You have prehypertension;let's discuss your lifestyle."
C) "You have prehypertension;unfortunately,this will progress to hypertension."
D) "You have prehypertension,and must begin medication."
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