Hypertension

Question 1

Grade 1 hypertension

Answer 1

Systolic 140 to 160
Diastolic 90 to 100mmhg

Question 2

Hypertensive crisis

Answer 2

Systolic >180
Diastolic >110 mm hg

Question 3

Isolated systolic hypertension

Answer 3

Systolic >140
Diastolic <90mmhg

Question 4

Types of hypertension

Answer 4

Primary and secondary

Question 5

Rule of halves

Answer 5

Half population is hypertensive
Half are diagnosed
Half are treated
Half are adequately treated

Question 6

DASH diet

Answer 6

Dietary approach to stop hypertension

Diet rich in
Fruits, vegetables ,low fat dairy products
Whole grains, nuts,beans
Meat ,fish,poultry

Diet low in fat and saturated fat

Diet low in sweetened beverages,sugar,red meat added fat