[Verified Answer]: You are examining 62 y

You are examining 62 y.o. Mrs. Q for the third time. Each visit her blood pressure measurement has been elevated. You diagnose Mrs Q with hypertension. Her average systolic measurement is 138 mmHg. What can you now advise your patient? Question options: We should be aggressive in treating this blood pressure with medication, diet and exercise programs. Her hypertension is very mild and requires monitoring only. She has Stage 1 hypertension and will be prescribed a diuretic medication. Mrs Q should make changes to her diet to reduce salt and fats and she should exercise regularly. Mrs. Q is pre hypertensive and requires a special diet to decrease her risk of blood clots and stroke.