Hypertension Flashcards
What is the AOBP threshold for HTN diagnosis?
135/85
What is the non-AOBP threshold for HTN diagnosis?
140/90
What is the threshold for HTN diagnosis in diabetes?
130/80
What is the threshold for home BP diagnosis of HTN?
135/85
What is the mean 24 hr ABPM threshold for diagnosis?
130/80
What is the mean daytime threshold for ABPM diagnosis of HTN?
135/85
What are the preliminary investigations of patients with hypertension?
- UA
- Lytes (sodium, potassium, creatinine)
- FBGL or A1C
- Lipids
- 12 lead
What is the threshold and target for initiating therapy in high risk?
- SBP >/= 130
- Target = <120
What is the threshold and target for initiating therapy in DM?
->/= 130/80
Target < 130/80
What is the threshold and target for initiating therapy in moderate to high risk?
->/ = 140/90
Target < 140/90
What is the threshold and target for initiating therapy in low risk?
- > /= 160/100
Target < 140/90
What is the exercise goal for HTN?
- 30-60 minutes 4-7 times per week
* * Different from other conditions!
What are the alcohol guidelines in HTN?
- 0-2 drinks/day
- Men < 14 drinks per week
- Women <9 drinks per week
