- monitor BP by checking it several times when pt is standing, sitting & in the prone position - anxiety, stress, or activity before the BP check should be noted - awakening with a dull headache, impaired memory, disorientation, confusion, epistaxis (nosebleeds) & a slow tremor can indicate hypertension

Hypertension (HTN) Flashcards by Mary Virtudazo

Nursing assessment

monitor BP by checking it several times when pt is standing, sitting & in the prone position
anxiety, stress, or activity before the BP check should be noted
awakening with a dull headache, impaired memory, disorientation, confusion, epistaxis (nosebleeds) & a slow tremor can indicate hypertension

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Tx (non-pharmacological)

biofeedback

yoga

meditation

relaxation

fish oil supplements

whole grains

herbs

DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) diet: a diet rich in

fruits
vegetables
whole grains
low-fat dairy

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Tx (pharmacological)

diuretics (thiazide)

beta-blockers

calcium channel blockers

angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

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