What is hypertension?
Define hypertension?
A term used to describe elevated blood pressure
A lifestyle that increases risk of hypertension when done in excess? Hint: Causes cancer
Smoking
Recommended age to screen for hypertension
18 years old
This type of treatment involves change in diet, stress management, and exercise
Non-pharmcological Treatment
Sodium
Approximately what percentage of the United States have hypertension?
About 45%
The race that is at most risk for hypertension?
African Americans
According to USPSTF guidelines, how often should adults over age 40 be screened for hypertension>
40 years old
Twice on different days
What is the recommended physical activity time per week?
150 minutes
What is systolic and diastolic range of stage 2 hypertension?
140 or higher/90 or higher
A common condiiton that is associated with hypertension usually when someone is overweight
Obesity
The USPSTF gives hypertension this letter grade
Grade A
The tool used to measure blood pressure
sphgmomanometer
This is a healthy diet that manages high blood pressure
DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension)