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what part of the bp represents the “stretch” and “Relax?”

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Systolic BP = stretch
Diastolic BP = relax

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Measures the force of blood against the arterial walls

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Hypertension

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when can you diagnose a pt with HTN?

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average of 2+ accurate, seated BP readings during 2+ outpatient visits
Only exception → hypertensive emergency

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what is a normal bp - ACC/AHA

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<120 AND <80

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what is an elevated bp - ACC/AHA

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120-129 AND <80

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what is considered HTN in terms of ACC/AHA

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Stage 1 - 130-139 OR 80-89
Stage 2 - ≥140 OR ≥90

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difference between primary vs secondary HTN

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  1. primary - no single, reversible cause identified, from complex interactions between multiple factors
    - Accounts for 95% of cases
  2. Secondary → definable cause, makes up other 5%
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common causes of secondary HTN (9)

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  1. CKD
  2. Pheochromocytoma
  3. Renal Artery Stenosis
  4. Hyperaldosteronism
  5. Cushing Disease
  6. OSA
  7. Coarctation of the Aorta
  8. Thyroid Dysfunction
  9. Drug-Induced HTN
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difference in BP between younger vs older pts

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  1. Young Patients (<50)
    - Systolic and diastolic BP rise
    - Predominantly caused by hormonal activation
    - Associated with OSA
    - Tx initiated when BP >140/90 (JNC)
  2. Older Patients (>60)
    - Systolic BP rises, without rise in diastolic pressure
    - Predominantly caused by arterial stiffness
    - Not associated with OSA
    - Tx initiated when SBP >150 (JNC)
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Occurs when systolic BP is >140, but diastolic is <90
what type of HTN

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isolated systolic

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isolated systolic HTN MC happens in who? how?

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  1. older pts
    - Results from arterial stiffness and atherosclerosis
  2. Can occur in younger
    - MC in athletic males
    - Likely due to high stroke volume
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what is the best risk predictor of long-term HTN complications? (SBP or DBP)

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  • DBP - for patients <45 y/o
  • SBP - for patients >60 y/o
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Persistently elevated BP > 140/90 in the office, but a lower value outside of the clinic
what type of HTN

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White Coat

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white coat HTN is MC seen in who?

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older

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is tx needed for white coat HTN?

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as long as numbers are within range at home, tx is not necessary
Long-term monitoring required!
Cuff comparison key!

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Normal BP in the office, but elevated values at home
Results in same complications as essential HTN
Often a result of lifestyle → alcohol use, tobacco use, caffeine consumption, etc.
what type of HTN

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masked

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Phenomenon that can occur in elderly patients that results from calcification of peripheral vessels
Results in falsely elevated BP, resulting in symptomatic overtreatment
what type of HTN

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pseudoHTN

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s/s of pt with pseudohypertension

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hypotensive symptoms with elevated office readings

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One of the most common chronic conditions in the US

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HTN

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Average SBP in ___(men/women) is > than in ___(men/women) in early adulthood

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men > women
Age-related rise in BP higher in women

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DBP increases with ___, then decreases
Results in wider pulse pressure after age 60
when does it stablize?

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age
until about 55 y/o

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HTN is a major risk factor for ___ and ___, which are the 1st and 5th leading causes of death in the US

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heart disease
stroke

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prevalence of HTN

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  1. ~119 million adults had HTN
    - 57.8% non-Hispanic blacks
    — HTN manifests earlier, is more severe, higher rates of morbidity and mortality d/t stroke, LVH, CHF, ESRD than white Americans
    - 48.9% in non-Hispanic whites
    - 45.2% in non-Hispanic Asians
    - 38.6% in Hispanic Americans
  2. Prevalence is increased in older adults
    - 77.1% in adults ≥65 y/o
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pathogenesis of HTN

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BP = CO * systemic vascular resistance
- Maintenance of arterial BP is necessary for organ perfusion
- BP must react to environmental changes to maintain this perfusion over a wide variety of conditions

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what factors can cause primary HTN (5)
1. Sympathetic nervous system hyperactivity 2. RAAS 3. Defect in natriuresis 4. Abnormal CV or kidney development 5. Elevated intracellular Ca and Na
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how does Sympathetic Nervous System Hyperactivity cause primary HTN? MC in who?
1. “Fight or Flight” - Acetylcholine and norepinephrine release --- Autonomic neurons that secrete acetylcholine are cholinergic --- Autonomic neurons that secrete norepinephrine are adrenergic 2. Younger pts - presents with tachycardia and elevated CO
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how does the RAAS system cause primary HTN?
sodium retention + water retention = BP rises Renin = AT = AT I = AT II = vasoconstriction = BP rises
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how does Natriuresis Defect cause HTN
1. ↑ salt intake triggers ↑ BP = ↑ natriuresis to bring BP values back into normal range 2. Defects in this process result in HTN
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how does CV or Renal Defect cause HTN
1. elasticity of arteries matches resistance of peripheral arteries to optimize large vessel pressure waves - Serves to minimize oxygen consumption and maximize coronary flow 2. If the _aortic elasticity_ or _microvasculature_ is abnormal it increases the risk of HTN later in life
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how does Calcium & Sodium ↑ cause HTN
1. Intracellular sodium is elevated in primary HTN 2. This can lead to increase intracellular calcium as well - Theoretically leads to increased vascular smooth muscle tone that is seen in HTN
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risk factors of HTN (7)
1. OSA 2. Excessive Alcohol Use 3. Cigarette Smoking 4. NSAID use 5. Obesity 6. Low potassium or high sodium intake 7. Metabolic syndrome
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Goals of HTN Evaluation (3)
1. Assess presence of target-organ damage related to HTN 2. Determine the presence of other CV risk factors and disease 3. Evaluate for possible underlying secondary causes of HTN
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how to measure BP
1. Can be taken at home, in clinic, at a pharmacy, or by ambulatory monitoring - Should be taken in both arms, two times, spaced 1-2 minutes apart at first office visit - If value varies between extremities, use higher value obtained
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automated devices may be inaccurate d/t beat-to-beat variability from this condition
a-fib
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home BP monitoring vs ambulatory BP monitoring
1. home - Allows for continued monitoring - Helps dx white coat HTN - Patient must be educated on how to use their device - Ensure home device is accurate 2. ambulatory - BP machine automatically obtains multiple readings over an extended period of time (typically 24 hours) - Able to assess masked HTN and medication efficacy - Helps assess nighttime risk of elevated BP or non-dipping BP
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what to ask HTN pt when obtaining hx
1. Assess duration, age of onset, previous levels of high BP 2. Previous antihypertensive therapy and its effect on BP 3. sx and possible secondary causes of HTN 4. Med hx - Contraceptives, NSAIDs, amphetamines, licorice 5. Social history - Alcohol/tobacco use, activity level, diet 6. Presence of other CV risk factors 7. sx that suggest target-organ damage Neuro dysfunction, HF, CAD, PAD
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labs for HTN pts
1. UA (protein) 2. BMP 3. EKG 4. fasting-lipid panel 5. TSH 6. other tests for secondary causes
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complications of untreated HTN (4)
1. structural and functional changes in the heart and vasculature - LVH, increased atrial size, CHF, atherosclerosis, microvascular disease, and cardiac arrhythmias 2. Increased risk of thrombosis 3. Increase in morbidity and mortality related to HTN doubles for each 6 mmHg increase in DBP 4. Target-organ damage my vary between individuals, even if their BP readings are similar
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LVH can lead to what 3 conditions that can lead to death
1. diastolic HF = systolic HF 2. MI 3. ventricular arrhythmias
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s/s of HTN CV disease
1. Dyspnea, edema 2. Palpitations, chest pain 3. LV heave or S4 gallop 4. LVH criteria on EKG
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what disease is a major predisposing factor for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke also increases risk for dementia more related to SBP
Hypertensive Cerebrovascular Disease
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what can actually make sx worse for dementia pts with HTN?
once microvascular disease is noted, lowering BP can actually make symptoms worse
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Chronic untreated HTN results in nephrosclerosis MC in black pts what is this disease
HTN renal disease difficult to reverse damage that has already occurred
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Narrowing of the retinal arteries what is this condition
hypertensive retinopathy
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hypertensive retinopathy can develop what in the eyes
exudates, cotton-wool spots, and retinal hemorrhages The degree and duration of HTN are primary determinants of retinopathy Worse when combined with DM
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vascular complications with HTN
1. Atherosclerosis - Condition that causes narrowing and/or hardening of arteries - Cause by and contributes to increased BP 2. Aortic Aneurysm / Dissection - HTN is a major contributing factor for development of aneurysm and/or aortic dissection
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non-pharm tx for HTN
1. Weight reduction (best) 2. Adopt DASH eating plan 3. Dietary sodium reduction 4. Physical activity 5. Moderation of alcohol consumption
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ACC/AHA 2017 Management Guidelines for HTN
1. normal - promote healthy lifestyle 2. elevated - Initiate non-pharmacologic therapy and reassess BP in 3-6 months 3. stage 1 - Assess 10 year ASCVD Risk - If ≥ 10% or clinical ASCVD begin pharm and non-pharm treatment - If not, begin non-pharm treatment only 4. stage 2 - Begin pharm and non-pharm treatment
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ACC/AHA Antihypertensive medication recommendations
1. Goal BP for ALL patients with HTN is <130/80 2. Non-African American patients: - Thiazide, ACEI/ARB, or CCB 3. African American patients: - Thiazide or CCB
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pt with HF can take what meds?
1. diuretic 2. BB 3. ACEi 4. ARB 5. aldosterone antagonist
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pt with post-MI can take what meds?
1. BB 2. ACEi 3. aldosterone antagonist
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pt with risk coronary disease risk could take what meds
1. diuretic 2. BB 3. ACEi 4. CCB
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pt with DM could take what meds
1. Diuretic 2. BB 3. ACE Inhibitors 4. ARB 5. CCB
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CKD could take what meds for HTN
1. ACEi 2. ARB
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pt with recurrent stroke prevention could take what meds
1. diuretic 2. ACEi
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f/u and monitoring for HTN pts
1. Once BP is well controlled and meds proven safe / tolerated, f/up can be as infrequent as every 6 to 12 months 2. Lab monitoring is NOT needed if BP is controlled, unless other disease processes are present 3. EKG could be obtained every 2-4 years depending on baseline EKG and any symptoms that present

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