A patient is seen for hypertension. Her provider has her on prescriptions, but her blood pressure is not yet at goal. The patient does not exhibit any symptoms. When referring to t... A patient is seen for hypertension. Her provider has her on prescriptions, but her blood pressure is not yet at goal. The patient does not exhibit any symptoms. When referring to the number and complexity of problems addressed, what type of problem is this considered?

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The question is asking to classify the type of problem encountered by a patient with hypertension based on the complexity and symptoms exhibited or not exhibited. This involves understanding different types of chronic illnesses in a medical context.

Answer

B. Stable, chronic illness.

The final answer is B. Stable, chronic illness.

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The final answer is B. Stable, chronic illness.

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A condition is considered stable, chronic when a patient is on medication, doesn't have symptoms, and the health goal is not yet achieved.

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Avoid confusing 'stable' with 'controlled'. 'Stable' refers to lack of symptoms, even if the goal isn't achieved.

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