Question

A nurse is teaching a client about reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as understanding of the teaching?

A.) "I will maintain my BMI around 22."

B.) "I will use coconut oil for cooking."

C.) "I will keep my cholesterol level between 201 and 250 milligrams per deciliter."

D.) "I will participate in at least 20 minutes of moderate exercise three times each week."

Answer 1

Reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, the correct understanding is engaging in at least 20 minutes of moderate exercise three times a week, as it is highly effective in lowering the risk.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statement that the nurse should identify as understanding of the teaching to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease is: "I will participate in at least 20 minutes of moderate exercise three times each week."

Maintaining a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI) around 22 is beneficial, but without knowing the individual's starting point or how they aim to maintain or achieve that BMI, it is not enough information to assess understanding. Using coconut oil for cooking is not the best choice for heart health due to its high saturated fat content. Keeping cholesterol levels between 201 and 250 milligrams per deciliter is above the recommended level; cholesterol should be under 200 mg/dL to lower the risk of heart disease.

Regular physical activity is highly effective in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. It's recommended that individuals engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate exercises, such as brisk walking, five times a week, or at least 25 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, like running, three times a week, among other combinations of moderate and vigorous activity.