Hypertension and Blood Pressure

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What is high blood pressure caused by?

Reduced blood vessels

Increased blood flow

Narrow blood vessels (correct)

Elevated heart rate

What is a common outcome of uncontrolled high blood pressure?

Reduced risk of heart disease

Improved heart function

Enhanced brain function

Damage to blood vessels and organs (correct)

What percentage of American adults were diagnosed with hypertension after the 2017 guidelines change?

One-quarter

Nearly half (correct)

One-third

Three-quarters

What is often a characteristic of hypertension?

No noticeable symptoms Signup and view all the answers

Why is early detection of hypertension important?

To prevent damage to blood vessels and organs Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the treatment for hypertension?

Both medication and lifestyle changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of hypertension?

Essential hypertension Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk factor for hypertension that affects women more than men?

High alcohol consumption Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of living with obesity?

Hypertension Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of secondary hypertension?

It often occurs quickly and can become more severe Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk factor for hypertension that is associated with age?

Being over 65 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is a group of people who are at a higher risk for hypertension?

Black non-Hispanic individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of not treating high blood pressure?

Heart attack and stroke Signup and view all the answers

What does the diastolic pressure measure?

The pressure in your arteries between beats of your heart Signup and view all the answers

What is the category of blood pressure with a systolic number between 130 and 139 mm Hg?

Stage 1 hypertension Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical treatment for elevated blood pressure?

Lifestyle changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the category of blood pressure with a systolic number over 180 mm Hg?

Hypertensive crisis Signup and view all the answers

What is the healthy blood pressure range for adults?

Less than 120/80 mm Hg Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily sodium intake for most adults?

1,500 mg or less Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to eat fewer processed foods?

Most sodium is added during processing Signup and view all the answers

How much sodium is in one level teaspoon of salt?

2,300 mg Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily alcohol intake for women to potentially lower blood pressure?

One drink a day Signup and view all the answers

What happens to blood pressure when you drink more than moderate amounts of alcohol?

It increases Signup and view all the answers

What happens to blood pressure when you quit smoking?

It returns to normal Signup and view all the answers

What may happen to kidney function in pregnant women with hypertension?

It may experience decreased function Signup and view all the answers

What may happen to babies born to birthing parents with hypertension?

They may have a low birth weight Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to hypertension after the baby is born?

It often reverses itself Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk factor for developing hypertension later in life?

Developing hypertension during pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is important for managing hypertension?

Making lifestyle changes Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to get your blood pressure checked regularly?

Because hypertension often presents with no symptoms Signup and view all the answers