HTN Flashcards
Recert for Stage 1
No tx: 1yr
tx and still above: 3mo
return after 3 mo and still above: DQ
Recert Stage 2
no tx: 3mo
tx: 3mo
return after 3 mo and still above 140/90: DQ
Stage 1 numbers
140-159/90-99
Stage 2 numbers
160-179/100-109
Stage 3 numbers
180/110
Stage 3 recert
DQ until <140/90 then 6mo
If ptn had Stage 3 and got <140/90 and then 3 mo later was 140/99 then what
DQ until <140/90
How do we determine stage
which ever is higher number
How many times to confirm BP
two consecutive exams, either F/U or recert
Elevated BP at exam should be checked how many times and when
2 times on 2 different days before cert/DQ
Who can DQ
only ME after doing manual
Who gets ONE TIME 3 month recert
stage 2
stage 1 at recert after originally have stage 1 a year ago
Driver BP 143/90 first time. When re-checked its 130/80. Certification for on meds and off meds.
On meds: 1 yr
No meds: 2 years
Driver BP 143/90 first time. When re-checked its 145/80. Certification for on meds and off meds.
On meds: 3 mo
No meds: 1 yr and tell to meet with primary
