Two main actions of meds for HTN - Correct Answer - decrease
volume and reduction of SVR
medication teaching for patients - Correct Answer - Identify,
report, and minimize:
orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, dry mouth, frequent
urination
Subjective Data for a HTN pt. - Correct Answer - PMH
meds (prescribed, otc, supplements)
functional health problems
Objective Data for HTN pt. - Correct Answer - Target organ
damage
BP
Gastric Assessment
Mental Status Change
,Lab / Diagnostic Studies
NSG diagnoses for HTN - Correct Answer - ineffective health
maintenance
anxiety
sexual dysfunction
ineffective self - health management
disturbed body image
ineffective tissue perfusion
What is the goals / outcomes for a HTN patient - Correct Answer -
achieve + maintain the individually determined goal BP
understand, accept, and implement the therapeutic plan
experience minimal / no unpleasant side effects of therapy
be confident w/ ability to manage and cope w/ this condition
Interventions for a HTN patient - Correct Answer - dietary
modifications
routinely screen patient for HTN
complete health assessment
measure BP
orthostatic or postural changes in BP
medicate
, risk factor modification education
instruct home BP monitor use
good medication education for patient and families
Who does a HTN crisis happen to? - Correct Answer - those w/
HTN who do not comply w/ meds or have been under medicated
What is a hypertensive emergency? - Correct Answer - develops
over hours / days
>
Target organ damage quickly
Hypertensive Urgency - Correct Answer - Develops over days /
weeks
BP extremely high
No target organ damage
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