The nurse is instructing a patient with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. What would be appropriate to include in the teaching for this patient?

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A - Reviewing the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet is appropriate as it is a dietary plan recommended for individuals with hypertension. 
B - Starting a walking program and increasing it to 30 minutes for 5 or 6 days per week is beneficial for overall cardiovascular health and can help to lower blood pressure. 
C - While exercise is important, weight lifting is not typically recommended as the main form of exercise for patients with hypertension. 
D - Eliminating dairy products from the diet is not necessary unless the patient has an allergy or intolerance to dairy products. 
E - Restricting fluid intake is not appropriate unless the patient has another medical condition that requires fluid restriction.

The Nurse Is Instructing a Patient with Hypertension About Lifestyle