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Which of the following is the main cause of primary hypertension?
Which of the following is the main cause of primary hypertension?
- Obvious underlying medical condition
- Endocrine system disorder
- Persistent strain on the heart (correct)
- Chronic kidney disease
What percentage of hypertension cases is classified as primary hypertension?
What percentage of hypertension cases is classified as primary hypertension?
- 90% (correct)
- 80%
- 75%
- 95%
Which system can be applied to a case study to understand the pathophysiology changes in hypertension?
Which system can be applied to a case study to understand the pathophysiology changes in hypertension?
- Renal system (correct)
- Cardiovascular system
- Endocrine system
- Nervous system
If untreated, what cardiovascular condition can result from persistent strain on the heart due to hypertension?
If untreated, what cardiovascular condition can result from persistent strain on the heart due to hypertension?
What is the main cause of secondary hypertension?
What is the main cause of secondary hypertension?
What is the major risk factor for hypertension?
What is the major risk factor for hypertension?
Which medication is considered the first line drug therapy for hypertension?
Which medication is considered the first line drug therapy for hypertension?
What is the pathophysiological mechanism targeted by ACE Inhibitors?
What is the pathophysiological mechanism targeted by ACE Inhibitors?
Why should renal function be monitored in patients initiated on ACE Inhibitors?
Why should renal function be monitored in patients initiated on ACE Inhibitors?
In which category of hypertension would a clinic blood pressure of 160/100 mmHg or higher fall into?
In which category of hypertension would a clinic blood pressure of 160/100 mmHg or higher fall into?
