6 Questions
What is the definition of hypertension?
Persistently elevated arterial blood pressure
Which condition is categorized as hypertensive emergency?
Systolic blood pressure (BP) >180 mm Hg
What type of hypertension is diastolic blood pressure (DBP) 180/120 mm Hg classified as?
Hypertensive emergency
Which class of medication is known as Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors used for hypertension treatment?
Calcium Channel Blockers
What type of drug is considered a Direct Renin Inhibitor used in the treatment of hypertension?
Direct Renin Inhibitor
In the context of hypertension, what does the term 'hypertensive urgency' refer to?
Extremely elevated blood pressure without acute damage
This quiz covers the introduction, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment options including nonpharmacologic therapy and pharmacologic therapy for hypertension. Specific drug classes such as Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors, Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers, Diuretics, β-Blockers, α1-Receptor Blockers, and Direct Renin Inhibitors are discussed.
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