Which blood pressure reading indicates prehypertension? Hypertension can lead to which complications? What is orthostatic hypotension? Which symptom may indicate a hypertensive cri... Which blood pressure reading indicates prehypertension? Hypertension can lead to which complications? What is orthostatic hypotension? Which symptom may indicate a hypertensive crisis? A nurse educating a patient about hypertension management should emphasize what? A lifestyle modification recommended to prevent hypertension is? How do calcium channel blockers help manage hypertension? When measuring blood pressure, the patient should do what? Which complication is most likely to occur with uncontrolled hypertension?
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The question is a series of multiple-choice questions focused on hypertension, its indicators, complications, management, and physiological responses. It tests knowledge on what constitutes prehypertension, the complications associated with hypertension, and proper medical recommendations regarding blood pressure management.
Answer
B, D, A, D, A, A, B, B, B
The final answer is: 130/85 mmHg, All of the above, A sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, All of the above, Importance of medication adherence, Reducing salt intake, Lowering heart rate and relaxing blood vessels, Sit with their arm at heart level, Myocardial infarction
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The final answer is: 130/85 mmHg, All of the above, A sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing, All of the above, Importance of medication adherence, Reducing salt intake, Lowering heart rate and relaxing blood vessels, Sit with their arm at heart level, Myocardial infarction
More Information
Prehypertension ranges from systolic 120-129 mmHg and diastolic below 80 mmHg. Hypertension can lead to severe health issues like heart failure, stroke, and kidney damage. Orthostatic hypotension refers to a notable blood pressure drop when standing up.
Tips
Ensure accurate measurement by relaxing before taking blood pressure readings with the arm supported at heart level.
Sources
- Prehypertension: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatments - my.clevelandclinic.org
- High blood pressure (hypertension) - Symptoms & causes - mayoclinic.org
- Orthostatic Hypotension in Hypertensive Adults - PMC - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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