Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
In the steps for hypertension what āDā drugs are the ones of choice?
A
Chlorthalidone or indapamide»_space; bendroflumethiazide.
2
Q
Diagnosising hypertension?
A
Clinic reading >140/90 (1) >160/100 (2)
ABPM/HBPM
Stage 1 >135/85
Stage 2 >150/95
Severe clinic SBP >180 or diastolic >110
3
Q
When to treat stage 1 hypertension?
A
Age <80 AND any of the following
Target organ damage, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, diabetes or 10 year cardiovascular Risk >20 %
