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What percentage of adults does hypertension affect?
What percentage of adults does hypertension affect?
What is the most common preventable disease in the developed world?
What is the most common preventable disease in the developed world?
What is the identifiable cause of secondary hypertension?
What is the identifiable cause of secondary hypertension?
How is hypertension diagnosed?
How is hypertension diagnosed?
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What does treatment of hypertension depend on?
What does treatment of hypertension depend on?
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Which of the following is NOT a medical management option for hypertension?
Which of the following is NOT a medical management option for hypertension?
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What are some complications of untreated hypertension?
What are some complications of untreated hypertension?
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Which of the following may contribute to primary hypertension?
Which of the following may contribute to primary hypertension?
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What does white coat hypertension refer to?
What does white coat hypertension refer to?
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Why is blood pressure cuff size important for accurate measurement?
Why is blood pressure cuff size important for accurate measurement?
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Which type of hypertension has no known cause?
Which type of hypertension has no known cause?
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What is the most common cause of secondary hypertension?
What is the most common cause of secondary hypertension?
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Study Notes
- Hypertension affects 20-30% of adults and is defined as persistently raised blood pressure.
- Primary/essential hypertension has no known cause and is the most common preventable disease in the developed world.
- Secondary hypertension has an identifiable cause, such as renal disease or pregnancy.
- Diagnosis requires multiple blood pressure measurements over time.
- Treatment depends on the cause and can include lifestyle changes and medication.
- Medical management options include ACE inhibitors, angiotensin two receptor blockers, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and diuretics.
- Complications of untreated hypertension can include heart failure, stroke, coronary artery disease, renal failure, and peripheral vascular disease.
- Obesity, alcohol, salt intake, stress, and insulin resistance may contribute to primary hypertension.
- White coat hypertension refers to elevated blood pressure in a healthcare setting.
- Blood pressure cuff size is important for accurate measurement.
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Think you know all about hypertension? Take this quiz to test your knowledge! Learn about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of this common condition that affects millions of adults worldwide. From primary and secondary hypertension to medical management options and potential complications, this quiz covers it all. See if you can identify the risk factors and understand the importance of accurate blood pressure measurement. Don't let hypertension catch you off guard - take this quiz now!
