Hypertension Flashcards
what is BP value is hypertension defined as
140/90mmHg
what is stage 1 hypertension classed as
140/90mmHg
what is stage 2 hypertension classes as
160/100mmHg
what is stage 3 hypertension classes as
180/110mmHg
if someone has a clinic BP of 140/90mmHg what is the next step
offer ABPM to assess for white coat etc
how many measurements each day does ABPM offer
x2 readings every hour for at least 14 hours a day
does hypertension have an symptoms
no
ocassionally headaches
what risk factors increase chance of developing hypertension
male increased age smoking diabetes hyperlipidaemia black origin high salt and alcohol intake
what are the end organ complications of hypertension
stroke MI haemorrhage retinopathy renal failure peripheral vascular disease
what is the difference between primary and secondary hypertension
primary - no underlying cause
secondary - underlying pathology
what are some causes of secondary hypertension
Conns syndrome
Cushings syndrome
renal disease/stenosis
what is cushings syndrome
excess cortisol in the body
what is Conns syndrome
excess aldosterone in the body activating RAAS
what investigations are required for assessing someone with hypertensions overall CVD risk
urine sample for haematuria
blood glucose test
eye exam for retinopathy
ECG
what stage does someone receive treatment for hypertension
stage 2, when above 160/100mmHg
