Section: 4.7.13 - Hypertension (HTN) | Medical-Surgical 1 | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    • Describe the clinical manifestations of hypertension (HTN).
    • Discuss the assessment and diagnostic findings of hypertension (HTN).
    • Discuss the complications of hypertension (HTN).
    • Describe the medical management of hypertension (HTN).
    • Discuss the nursing management of hypertension (HTN).
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 20 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • Read What are the common symptoms of hypertension. (1 minute)

    • Read What is hypertension, how to understand blood pressure reading, Diagnosing hypertension. (5 minutes)

    •  Read Complications. (1 minutes)

    • Read What problem does hypertension cause. (1 minute)

    • Read Treatment options for high blood pressure: Medications, Home remedies for high blood pressure, lifestyle tip to lower the risk of hypertension. (7 minutes)

    • Read Nursing Management, coordination of care,  health teaching and promotion and discharge planning. (5 minutes)

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