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What does JNC8 define HTN as?
What does JNC8 define HTN as?
Which of the following is an abbreviation for angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor?
Which of the following is an abbreviation for angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor?
What does ASCVD stand for?
What does ASCVD stand for?
Which medication class is represented by the abbreviation 'BB'?
Which medication class is represented by the abbreviation 'BB'?
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What is the abbreviation for 'nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug'?
What is the abbreviation for 'nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug'?
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Which of the following abbreviations refers to a calcium channel blocker?
Which of the following abbreviations refers to a calcium channel blocker?
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What does the abbreviation 'SBP' stand for?
What does the abbreviation 'SBP' stand for?
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Which type of medication is abbreviated as 'ACE'?
Which type of medication is abbreviated as 'ACE'?
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What does 'DBP' represent in the medical field?
What does 'DBP' represent in the medical field?
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In the medical context, what does the abbreviation 'ASCVD' signify?
In the medical context, what does the abbreviation 'ASCVD' signify?
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What class of medication is abbreviated as 'CC'?
What class of medication is abbreviated as 'CC'?
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Which of the following is represented by the abbreviation 'ABPM'?
Which of the following is represented by the abbreviation 'ABPM'?
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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)
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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.
