Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
How would you diagnose someone with Hypertension?
A
To diagnose it correctly, you have to measure it 3x during different times to ensure you have the right diagnoses
2
Q
When would you consider a person would have hypertension?
A
When it is 20 mm/Hg higher than the baseline
3
Q
What are the risk for HBP?
A
Genetic/Race Diet Stress Smoking Obesity
4
Q
What are the symptoms of HBP?
A
Early stages: No symptoms
Later stages: Red, oily face, poor concentration, fatigue, heart, brain and kidney damage
5
Q
Normal blood pressure range?
A
90-140/60-90 mm/Hg
