Why did the provider decrease the dose of the HCTZ? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription for a thiazide diuretic but stopped taking it 2 weeks ago because “it made […]
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What non pharmacologic lifestyle alteration measures might help M.P. control her BP? What non pharmacologic lifestyle alteration measures might help M.P. control her BP? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription
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Look up her height and weight for her age on a body mass index (BMI) chart. Is she considered overweight? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription for a thiazide diuretic
According to the JNC 8 national guidelines, describe the drug therapy recommended for M.P. at this time. Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription for a thiazide diuretic but stopped taking
What risk factors does M.P. have that increase her risk for cardiovascular disease? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription for a thiazide diuretic but stopped taking it 2 weeks ago
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What could M.P. be doing that is causing her nocturia? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago and was given a prescription for a thiazide diuretic but stopped taking it 2 weeks ago because “it made
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According to the most recent guidelines from the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure, M.P.’s blood pressure (BP) falls under which classification? Scenario M.P. is a 65-year-old African American woman who comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit. She was diagnosed with hypertension (HTN) 2 months ago
determine whether the oral dose will be adequate for discharge to be considered? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I
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Which statement by M.G. indicates a need for further education? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I just had to
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what key management concepts should be taught to prevent relapse and another admission? Case Study 1 Name_________________________________ Class/Group ______________________________ Date ___________ Scenario M.G., a “frequent flier,” is admitted to the emergency department (ED) with a diagnosis of heart failure (HF). She was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and comes in today stating, “I
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