Hypertension Overview and Management

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What is the criterion for diagnosing hypertension?

Diastolic blood pressure below 80 mmHg
Systolic blood pressure below 120 mmHg
Blood pressure readings of ≥ 140/90 mmHg (correct)
Systolic blood pressure above 140 mmHg only

Assessment for target organ damage is not necessary if high blood pressure is confirmed.

False (B)

What is the ultimate goal of therapy for hypertension?

To reduce cardiovascular and renal morbidity and mortality

Hypertension is defined as persistent elevation of either diastolic or systolic arterial blood pressure above _____ mmHg.

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Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Hypertension = Persistent elevation of blood pressure Target organ damage = Damage to eye, heart, and kidneys Systolic blood pressure = Pressure during heartbeats Diastolic blood pressure = Pressure between heartbeats</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the case definition for Hypertension?

Persistent elevation of diastolic and/or systolic arterial blood pressure above an arbitrary cut-off (≥ 140/90 mmHg).

What is the ultimate goal of therapy for Hypertension?

To reduce cardiovascular and renal morbidity and mortality.

What should be done after confirming high blood pressure?

Assess for target organ damage (eye, heart, and kidney) to determine severity.

What are the primary lifestyle management recommendations for Hypertension?

Lifestyle modification including weight management, exercise, salt restriction, and DASH diet.

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What are the first-line drug therapy options for Hypertension?

Thiazide diuretics and ACE inhibitors are first-line agents, with other options like calcium channel blockers or beta-blockers available.

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Study Notes

Hypertension

Hypertension is persistently high blood pressure.
Defined as diastolic and/or systolic arterial blood pressure greater than or equal to 140/90 mmHg (JNC 7).
Severity is determined by target organ damage (eyes, heart, kidneys), not just blood pressure readings.

Congestive Heart Failure

Not defined in the provided text.

Acute Myocardial Infarction

Not defined in the provided text.

Learning Objectives

Understanding case definitions of hypertension.
Identifying the goals of hypertension therapy.
Implementing lifestyle modifications for hypertension.
Describing first-line and alternative drug therapies for hypertension.

Case Definition (Hypertension)

Persistent elevation of diastolic or systolic blood pressure.
Diagnostic cutoff: ≥ 140/90 mmHg.

Goal of Therapy

Reduce cardiovascular and kidney-related problems and deaths (long-term goal).
Target specific blood pressure numbers (SBP and DBP).

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This quiz covers essential aspects of hypertension, including its definition, severity, and management strategies. You will learn about the diagnostic criteria, goals of treatment, and lifestyle modifications necessary for effective hypertension therapy.