Question

1. Which of the following information is accurate regarding hypertension? (Select all that apply.)

a. It is an increase in blood pressure that is sustained over a long period of time

b. It is a decrease in blood pressure that is sustained over a long period of time

c. Increased resistance to arteries influence blood flow and can lead to hypertension

d. Changes in blood viscosity with the use of certain drugs can result in high blood pressure

e. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to decreased cardiac output and congestive heart failure

f. Drugs that block the RAAS can contribute to increased constriction of blood vessels and hypertension

 

2. General side effects of antihypertensive medication includes which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Dizziness

b. Nausea

c. Headache

d. Shortness of breath

e. Diaphoresis

f. Tachycardia

 

3. Beta blockers are known to produce many adverse effects. Which of the following should healthcare providers include in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply.)

a. Orthostatic hypotension

b. Hyperglycemia

c. Sexual dysfunction

d. Drowsiness

e. Decreased heart rate

Answer 1

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Q.3 Answer- following are the side effect of beta blockers

1. Hyperglycemia
2. Drowsiness
3. Decreased heart rate
4. Sexual dysfunction

Q.2 Answer

1. Dizziness
2. Nausea
3. Headache
4. Shortness of breath

Q.3.Answer

1. It is an increase in blood pressure that is sustained over a long period of time
2. Increased resistance to arteries influence blood flow and can lead to hypertension
3. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to decreased cardiac output and congestive heart failure
4. Drugs that block the RAAS can contribute to increased constriction of blood vessels and hypertension