What lifestyle changes should a nurse counsel a patient post-MI to adopt?
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Correct answer: Adopt a heart-healthy diet, stop smoking, and control BP and cholesterol
Long-term outcomes improve when patients adopt healthy lifestyle changes post MI.
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