HTN Flashcards
AHA classification for Prehypertension
120-139 or 80-89
Stage 1 HTN
140-159 or 90-99
Stage 2 HTN
greater or equal to 160/100
A decrease in renal arterial pressure and kidney blood flow is sensed by what cells stimulates renin release?
Juxtaglomerular cells in the distal tubule cells of the macula densa.
DASH type diet
fruits and vegetables
low-fat dairy
reduced saturated and total fat
Lifestyle modifications for HTN
Weight loss Dash type diet patterns Reduced salt Physical activity (at least 30 minutes per day) Moderate alcohol
T/F: ACE inhibitors and ARBs are contraindicated in sexually active girls due to teratogenic effect?
True
An elevated BP greater than 140/90 that appears after 20 weeks gestation
preeclampsia
Which to antihypertensive drug classes are most effective in African-Americans
Thiazide diuretics and CCBs.
T/F: The risk of cardiovascular morbidity and morality is directly correlated with BP
True
How many BP readings are required to diagnose HTN?
the average of 2 or more measurements present during 2 or more encounters.
Resistant hypertension
Unable to reach BP goals with at least 3 agents at maximum dose. One of which is a diuretic.
How many antihypertensive agents should be used with someone with Stage 2 HTN?
2
All patients with diabetes and HTN should be managed with which types of antihypertensive agents?
ACE inhibitor or ARB
CKD pts should be treated with what type of antihypertensive agents
ACE inhibitor or arb
