Medications
orthostatic hypotension, reduced libido, dry mouth, frequent voiding
Name a nursing diagnosis for a patient with hypertension
ineffective health management related to lack of knowledge of pathology as evidence by patient stating they eat a large bag of potato chips
The stage of hypertension when the blood pressure consistently ranges from 130-139 systolic or 80-89 diastolic
What is stage 1
Name a non modifiable risk factor for primary hypertension
Age-
Gender- more prevalent in men in young adulthood and early middle age, after age 64 more prevalent in women.
Ethnicity
The drug classification the prevents the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II and reduces angiotensin II mediated vasoconstriction and sodium and water retention
What is ACE inhibitor
Patient will take Lasix as ordered every day for the next month.
Reasons for poor adherence in the treatment of hypertension
lack of insurance, inadequate teaching, low health literacy, unpleasant side effects of drugs, return to normal BP while on medications, high cost
Name three modifiable risk factor for primary hypertension
alcohol and tobacco use, diabetes, excess dietary sodium, sedentary lifestyle, obesity, stress
The drug classification that promotes sodium and water excretion
What is a diuretic
The position of the arm while assessing a patient's blood pressure
What is at the level of the heart
The effect that tobacco products has on the heart/blood vessels
Causes vasoconstriction-increases blood pressure and heart rate. Reduces the hearts ability to eject blood
The most frequent cause of secondary hypertension
excessive alcohol intake
Teaching methods to the patient who is taking Lasix
Get up slowly, drinking plenty of fluids, eating foods high in potassium (bananas, sweet potatoes, apple, spinach)
Objective data collected when assessing for hypertension
blood pressure readings, heart sounds, pulse, edema, body measurements, mental status changes
Name three complications of hypertension
CVA, heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, nephrosclerosis, retinal damage, hypertrophy
List seven lifestyle modifications to teach a patient to decrease their blood pressure
manage BP, control cholesterol, reduce blood sugar,
get active, eat better (fruits, vegetable, low salt), lose weight, stop smoking