Lifestyle Modifications for Heart Disease Prevention

Hard Health Promotion And Disease Prevention Lifestyle Choices

A 45-year-old patient presents to a clinic for a routine check-up. The patient is concerned about their family history of heart disease and wants to make lifestyle changes to reduce their risk. During the assessment, the nurse discusses dietary habits, physical activity, smoking status, and alcohol consumption. Which of the following lifestyle modifications should the nurse prioritize in the plan of care?

Encourage the patient to take a daily multivitamin.

Suggest reducing the intake of saturated fats.

Advise the patient to engage in moderate-intensity exercise at least 5 days a week.

Recommend the patient limit their social interactions to avoid alcohol.

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