1. Maria, a 63 year old female with diabetes, received the following blood pressure readings on her last two visits to her doctor: 145/90 and 148/90. Which of the following treatment decisions best pertain to Maria’s condition?

A. Prescribe blood-pressure medication.
B. Do not prescribe blood-pressure medication.
C. Do not prescribe blood-pressure medication, but encourage a high fruit/vegetable and low-sodium diet.
D. Do not prescribe blood-pressure medication or any dietary changes.