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Which blood pressure measurement defines hypertension?
Which blood pressure measurement defines hypertension?
- Diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 100 mmHg or greater
- Systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 140 mmHg or greater (correct)
- Systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 130 mmHg or greater
- Diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 90 mmHg or greater
What percentage of individuals with hypertension have hyperinsulinemia?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension have hyperinsulinemia?
- 25%
- 10%
- 40%
- 50% (correct)
Which of the following is a target organ damage associated with hypertension?
Which of the following is a target organ damage associated with hypertension?
- Heart failure (correct)
- Osteoporosis
- Cataracts
- Gout
What risk factor is associated with more than 50% of individuals with hypertension?
What risk factor is associated with more than 50% of individuals with hypertension?
What may play a role in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
What may play a role in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
What is the classification of blood pressure for a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 95 mmHg and above?
What is the classification of blood pressure for a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 95 mmHg and above?
What lifestyle change is recommended for hypertension management?
What lifestyle change is recommended for hypertension management?
Which type of hypertension has no underlying cause?
Which type of hypertension has no underlying cause?
'HDL Cholesterol < 40 mg/dl' is considered a risk factor with what percentage in individuals with hypertension?
'HDL Cholesterol < 40 mg/dl' is considered a risk factor with what percentage in individuals with hypertension?
'LDL Cholesterol >140 mg/dl' is considered a risk factor with what percentage in individuals with hypertension?
'LDL Cholesterol >140 mg/dl' is considered a risk factor with what percentage in individuals with hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT a possible side effect of beta blockers?
Which of the following is NOT a possible side effect of beta blockers?
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the recommended intensity for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the recommended intensity for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What type of exercise is recommended as the primary modality for those with hypertension?
What type of exercise is recommended as the primary modality for those with hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended example of resistance exercises for those with hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended example of resistance exercises for those with hypertension?
How does exercise potentially affect blood pressure in hypertensive individuals?
How does exercise potentially affect blood pressure in hypertensive individuals?
What should be avoided during weight training for patients with hypertension?
What should be avoided during weight training for patients with hypertension?
Which antihypertensive medication may lead to sudden reductions in postexercise blood pressure?
Which antihypertensive medication may lead to sudden reductions in postexercise blood pressure?
What type of training program was assigned to the RT group in the study?
What type of training program was assigned to the RT group in the study?
What are the possible effects of endurance, circuit, and relaxing training on cardiovascular risk factors in hypertensive elderly patients?
What are the possible effects of endurance, circuit, and relaxing training on cardiovascular risk factors in hypertensive elderly patients?
What effect can diuretics have on the body in relation to blood glucose levels?
What effect can diuretics have on the body in relation to blood glucose levels?
What is the potential side effect of beta blockers in relation to the body’s response to impulses from the nervous system?
What is the potential side effect of beta blockers in relation to the body’s response to impulses from the nervous system?
What is a possible side effect of calcium channel blockers in relation to heart health?
What is a possible side effect of calcium channel blockers in relation to heart health?
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the recommended frequency for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the minimum recommended duration for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
What is the minimum recommended duration for aerobic exercise as part of the current exercise prescription for the treatment of hypertension?
Which type of exercise should be avoided if the head is lower than the heart in order to prevent raising blood pressure?
Which type of exercise should be avoided if the head is lower than the heart in order to prevent raising blood pressure?
What type of exercise program was assigned to the RT group in the study?
What type of exercise program was assigned to the RT group in the study?
What are safety considerations related to intensive isometric exercise for individuals with hypertension?
What are safety considerations related to intensive isometric exercise for individuals with hypertension?
What potential role may play in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
What potential role may play in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
What is the definition of hypertension?
What is the definition of hypertension?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension have hyperinsulinemia?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension have hyperinsulinemia?
What is NOT a possible risk factor associated with hypertension?
What is NOT a possible risk factor associated with hypertension?
What is the classification of blood pressure for a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 95 mmHg and above?
What is the classification of blood pressure for a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 95 mmHg and above?
Which lifestyle change is NOT recommended for hypertension management?
Which lifestyle change is NOT recommended for hypertension management?
What is a target organ damage associated with hypertension?
What is a target organ damage associated with hypertension?
What may play a role in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
What may play a role in the pathogenesis of hypertension?
Which type of hypertension has an underlying cause?
Which type of hypertension has an underlying cause?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension are smokers?
What percentage of individuals with hypertension are smokers?
