April 8, 2016 - Primary HTN

Question 1

Cutoffs for HTN

Answer 1

Systolic BP > 140

Diastolic BP > 90

With diabetes it is > 130/80

Question 2

Primary HTN

Answer 2

Does not have a secondary underlying cause.

Responsible for 95% of HTN

Question 3

Preferred Method for Measuring BP

Answer 3

Oscillometric (electronic) - preferred method

Question 4

Diagnosing HTN on First Visit

Answer 4

Blood pressure greater than 180/110

Question 5

Hypertensive Retinopathy

Answer 5

Damage to the retina and retinal circulation due to high blood pressure.

Question 6

Investigations for All Patients With HTN

Answer 6

1. Urinalysis
2. Chemistry (electrolytes & creatinine)
3. Fasting glucose or A1c
4. Fasting cholesterol, HDL, LDL triglycerides
5. Standard 12-lead ECG