12 Questions
What does JNC8 define HTN as?
Systolic blood pressure
Which of the following is an abbreviation for angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor?
ACE
What does ASCVD stand for?
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Which medication class is represented by the abbreviation 'BB'?
Beta-blocker
What is the abbreviation for 'nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug'?
NSAID
Which of the following abbreviations refers to a calcium channel blocker?
CC
What does the abbreviation 'SBP' stand for?
Systolic blood pressure
Which type of medication is abbreviated as 'ACE'?
Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
What does 'DBP' represent in the medical field?
Diastolic blood pressure
In the medical context, what does the abbreviation 'ASCVD' signify?
Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
What class of medication is abbreviated as 'CC'?
Calcium channel blocker
Which of the following is represented by the abbreviation 'ABPM'?
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
Study Notes
Hypertension and Elevated Blood Pressure
- Hypertension (HTN) is defined by JNC8 as:
Hypertension Classification
- Stage 1 hypertension: SBP 130-139 mmHg or DBP 80-89 mmHg
- Stage 2 hypertension: SBP ≥140 mmHg or DBP ≥90 mmHg
Treatment Guidelines
- 2017 ACC/AHA/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/AGS/APhA/ASH/ASPC/NMA/PCNA guideline for prevention, detection, evaluation, and management of high blood pressure in adults
- Goals for blood pressure control:
- <130/80 mmHg for patients with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or cardiovascular disease
- <140/90 mmHg for patients without these conditions
Medication Classes
- ACE inhibitors (ACE)
- Angiotensin receptor antagonists (ARB)
- ß-blockers (BB)
- Calcium channel blockers (CC)
Lifestyle Modifications
- Home blood pressure monitoring (BPM)
- Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
- Avoiding nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Test your knowledge on the treatment guidelines for hypertension and elevated blood pressure. Explore algorithms and charts recommended in the 2017 ACC/AHA guideline. Review key concepts presented by medical professionals in this quiz.
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