The patient has been recently diagnosed with hypertension.Assessment data includes Wt: 200 pounds
Ht: 5' 4"
Diet: Mostly starches
Alcohol intake: 3 beers/week
Stressors: Works 60 hours/week
In planning care with this patient,what is the priority outcome?

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The priority outcome for a patient with hypertension would be to achieve and maintain optimum weight, as obesity is a major risk factor for developing hypertension. This would require a combination of dietary changes, exercise, and possibly medication management. While reducing alcohol intake and managing stress are also important aspects of hypertension management, they are secondary to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Balancing the diet according to the food pyramid may be helpful, but it is not as crucial as weight management in this case. Limiting work hours may alleviate stress, but it may not be feasible or necessary for the patient's situation.

The Patient Has Been Recently Diagnosed with Hypertension