NUTC 3113 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Ace Inhibitor, Adrenal Medulla, Renin
24 Jan 2021
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Adult 1 exam 1 study guide part 3. Hypertension (htn): essential (primary) and secondary hypertension; demographic groups at greatest risk for htn; diet. Primary hypertension- you don"t have it for any other reason its genetic. Secondary hypertension- caused by a different disease such as diabetes. Common risk factors for hypertension: obesity, smoking, stress, family history. Hypertension can result in damage in eyes, kidneys, and ears. By the time someone has kidney disease it does not matter how they got it. Hypertension can cause kidney disease and kidney disease can cause hypertension. Lifestyle modifications: sodium restriction, salt substitute, seasoning mix, weight reduction, reduce alcohol intake, dash diet, dietary approaches to stop hypertension, exercise, decrease stress levels, avoid smoking. Initial combination therapy is recommended if the bp is greater than 20/10mmhg above goal. Alters natural flow of blood through arteries and veins of peripheral circulation. Six p"s of arterial insufficiency: pain, pallor, pulselessness, paresthesia, paralysis, poikilothermia(coolness)
