Which of the following interventions would be indicated and take highest priority for a smoking 30-year-old female with a BMI of 20 and a blood pressure of 137/88?

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Smoking is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and should be addressed as the highest priority intervention in this case. While the BMI and blood pressure are not considered to be high-risk factors, addressing smoking cessation can significantly decrease the risk for future complications. Diuretic therapy, weight-loss programs, and stress management may be beneficial interventions but are not as urgent as smoking cessation.

Which of the Following Interventions Would Be Indicated and Take