12 Questions
What are the potential consequences of untreated hypertension for this patient?
Retinopathy
What would be the most appropriate initial step in the treatment of this patient's high blood pressure?
Recommend lifestyle changes like exercise and diet modification
If this patient were to develop diabetes, what treatment option would be recommended instead of diuretics?
ACE inhibitors
What could happen to the heart of this patient if left untreated?
Hypertrophy
What would be the most appropriate initial therapy for the 20-year-old African American woman with hypertension in Case 1?
Weight reduction and risk factor elimination.
If left untreated, what are the potential consequences of having hypertension similar to the woman in Case 1?
Increased risk of heart disease and stroke.
What would be the most appropriate pharmacological treatment for the 35-year-old African American man in Case 2 with essential hypertension?
Calcium channel blocker.
Which classification of hypertension would be more appropriate for the 35-year-old African American man in Case 2 based on the provided information?
Stage 1 HTN
What are the diagnostic criteria for hypertension according to the text?
Taking antihypertensive medication
What is a consequence of untreated hypertension based on the information provided?
Increased risk of stroke
Which treatment option is recommended for hypertension in the text?
Lifestyle modifications
What is a key treatment consideration for a patient with both diabetes and hypertension?
Monitoring kidney function
Test your knowledge on diagnosing and treating hypertension based on a patient's symptoms and medical history. Questions include likely diagnosis, potential consequences of untreated hypertension, and appropriate treatment options.
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