16 Questions
What is the primary factor used to determine the need for treatment of high blood pressure?
Blood pressure level
Which of the following is typically the initial treatment for high blood pressure?
Thiazide diuretics or calcium channel blockers
If the target blood pressure is not reached within approximately one month of initial therapy, what is the next step?
Either increase the dose or add a second drug
What percentage of hypertension cases are classified as primary or essential hypertension?
90-95%
Which of the following is NOT a factor associated with primary or essential hypertension?
Renal disorders
What is the term used to describe hypertension with an identifiable cause?
Secondary hypertension
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of uncontrolled hypertension mentioned in the text?
Liver disease
What is the recommended approach for diagnosing hypertension?
Several blood pressure readings with the patient's feet flat
What is the primary focus for most patients with hypertension?
Lifestyle changes and medications
Which of the following is NOT considered a lifestyle modification for hypertension?
Antihypertensive medication
What is the role of the sympathetic baroreceptor reflex in blood pressure regulation?
It detects changes in pressure or stretch in the aorta and stimulates the heart to increase heart rate when blood pressure is low.
Which class of antihypertensive drugs suppresses the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS)?
ACE inhibitors, ARBs, direct renin inhibitors, and aldosterone receptor blockers
What is the recommended first-line drug choice for most patients with hypertension?
A thiazide diuretic, alone or with an ACE inhibitor
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of weight loss for hypertension?
Reduces the need for lifestyle modifications
How does the renal regulation system contribute to long-term blood pressure control?
It plays a role, especially for long-term regulation of blood pressure.
Which of the following is a direct-acting vasodilator, a class of antihypertensive drugs?
Hydralazine
Learn about the updated guidelines for treating hypertension, including the shift from age-based to category-based treatment. Explore the initial treatments such as thiazide diuretics, calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, and ARBs. Understand the new blood pressure categories and target goals.
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