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Blood pressure of 140/90 or higher.. stays elevated
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hypertension
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a systolic blood pressure of 120-139, and a diastolic pressure of 80-89
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prehypertension
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for many older adults .... pressure gives the most accurate diagnosis of hypertension
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systolic
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hypertension that has no known cause: also known as essential or idiopathic
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primary hypertension
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hypertension with a known cause
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secondary hypertension
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primary causes of secondary hypertension
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kidney disease, tumors, abnormal adrenal glands
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DASH diet
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hypertension algorithm
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An increase in the diameter of blood vessels, which increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure.
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vasodilation
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Produced or originating from within a cell or organism.
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endogenous (angiotension 1 and ACE )
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Any severe elevation in blood pressure (usually a diastolic pressure greater than 130 mm Hg) with or without damage to internal organs or other structures, e.g., brain, heart, aorta, kidneys.
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hypertensive emergency
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Agents used in hypertensive emergencies include
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sodium nitroprusside, nitroglycerin, labetalol, and enalaprilat.
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Hypotension occurring when a person assumes an upright position after getting up from a bed or chair. (systolic drop of 10 or more)
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orthostatic hypotension
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risk of hip fracture increase by .......... for elderly when ....... where started
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50%...... antihypertensives (falling due to orthostatic hypotension)
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Calcium channel blockers (CCB) |
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Beta blockers
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angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitor (ACE inhibitor)
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Angiotensin II receptor antagonist
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