True/False
Primary hypertension is also known as ______ hypertension.
Essential
Which ethnic groups are more likely to suffer from hypertension?
A- Caucasian B- African American C- Hispanic D- Asian
B- African American
Which drugs are categorized as beta blockers?
A- Atenolol, B- Metoprolol, C- Propranolol, D- Prazosin, E- Minoxidil
A- Atenolol B- Metoprolol C- Propranolol
When providing dietary instruction to a patient about hypertension the nurse would advise the patient to restrict intake of which meat? A- Broiled fish B- Ribeye steak C- Roasted turkey
B- Ribeye steak
The formula to calculate the mean arterial pressure is
Diastolic x 2 plus systolic then /3
What diagnostic exam is used to monitor cardiac rhythms?
A- Electrocardiogram (EKG) B- Computed Tomography (CT) C- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) D- Cardiac arteriogram
A- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Which foods are part of the DASH Diet?
A- Low-fat dairy B- Poultry C- Fish D- Raisin Bran E- Legumes
A- Low-fat dairy B- Poultry C- Fish E- Legumes
A nurse is assessing a patient for orthostatic hypotension. After taking their blood pressure and pulse in the supine position, what should the nurse do next? A- Repeat blood pressure and pulse in this position B- Take blood pressure and pulse with the patient sitting C- Record the blood pressure and pulse
B- Take blood pressure and pulse with the patient sitting
______ ______ is a decrease in blood pressure when the patient changes position from lying to sitting.
Orthostatic hypotension
Which teaching should a nurse give a patient about dietary management of Stage 1 Hypertension?
A- Restrict all caffeine B- Restrict sodium intake C- Increase protein intake D- Use calcium supplements
B- Restrict sodium intake
Which drugs can cause secondary hypertension?
A- Estrogen B- Glucocorticoids C- Cyclosporine D- Antihistamines E- Erythropoietin
A- Estrogen B- Glucocorticoids C- Cyclosporine E- Erythropoietin
The nurse teaches a 28-year old man newly diagnosed with hypertension about lifestyle modifications to reduce his blood pressure. Which statement by the patient requires an intervention by the nurse? A- "I will avoid adding salt to my food during or after cooking." B- "If I lose weight I might not need to continue taking medication." C- "I can lower by blood pressure by switching to smokeless tobacco."
C- "I can lower by blood pressure by switching to smokeless tobacco."
The DASH Diet focuses on an increase in sodium intake.
False; decrease
______ ______ is a type of medications which slow the heart rate, which decreases the amount of blood pumped through the blood vessels, thus decreasing the blood pressure
Beta blockers
Which lab test result would indicate that a patient with hypertension has organ damage?
A- BUN 15 mg/dL B- Serum uric acid 3.8 mg/dL C- Serum creatinine 2.6 mg/dL D- Serum potassium of 3.5 mEq/dL
C- Serum creatinine 2.6 mg/dL
Which symptoms are possible signs of hypertension? A- Headache B- Chest pain C- Clear vision D- Dizziness E- Energized
A- Headache B- Chest pain D- Dizziness
A 44-year old man is diagnosed with hypertension and receives a prescription for Benazepril. After the nurse teaches him about the medication, which statement by the patient indicates his correct understanding? A- "If I take this medication I will not need to follow a special diet." B- "It is normal to have some swelling in my face while taking this medication." C- "If I develop a dry cough while taking this medication I should notify my doctor."
C- "If I develop a dry cough while taking this medication I should notify my doctor."
______ _____is a situation where the blood pressure is severely elevated or higher for your diastolic pressure.
Hypertensive crisis or emergency
A client is prescribed Enalapril (Vasotec) for control of hypertension. What health teaching will the nurse provide before the client beings therapy?
A- "You may develop a higher pulse rate." B- "You may notice some swelling in your feet." C- "You may develop a nagging cough." D- "Your diet should include foods high in sodium."
C- "You may develop a nagging cough."
What are some psychosocial factors that affect hypertension?
A- Job B- Finances C- Vacation D- Death in the family E- Exercise
A- Job B- Finances D- Death in the family
The nurse is caring for a patient with hypertension who is scheduled to receive a beta-blocker. The nurse should withhold the dose and consult the physician for which vital sign taken just before administration?
A- Pulse 48 beats/min B- BP 119/78 C- Respirations 20 breaths/min
A- Pulse 48 beats/min