Hyp Flashcards
1
Q
Hypertension
A
Affect 1 in 3 adult
Asymptomatic: which delayed diagnosis and contribute to non-adherence.
Medication side effect, cost, and pill burden can also lead to discontinuation of treatment
2
Q
Why is hypertension deadly?
A
Increase pt risk for:
heart disease
stroke
kidney disease
3
Q
Why is hypertension deadly?
A
Increase pt risk for:
heart disease
stroke
kidney disease
4
Q
95% of patient have primary or essential hypertension with a combination of risk factors usually present :
A
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
Excessive salts
Smoking
Family history
Diabetes
Dyslipedemia
