Unit 9 HTN, MI, IV Electrolytes

Which of the following topics is most likely covered in a section titled "Perfusion C: Hypertension, Myocardial Infarction and Electrolyte Replacement"?

• The process of photosynthesis in plants

• The causes and management of high blood pressure and heart attacks

• The structure of the human skeletal system

• The history of ancient civilizations

Which of the following is the most common cardiovascular disease?

• Hypertension

• Coronary artery disease

• Stroke

• Heart failure

According to the information provided, how many Americans are affected by hypertension?

• 1 in every 2 Americans

• 1 in every 3 Americans

• 1 in every 5 Americans

• 1 in every 10 Americans

Which of the following best describes hypertension?

• A simple disease with only genetic causes

• A complex disease with both genetic and environmental components

• A disease caused only by environmental factors

• A disease that only affects the elderly

Hypertension can be classified into which two main types?

• Acute and Chronic Hypertension

• Primary and Secondary Hypertension

• Mild and Severe Hypertension

• Essential and Non-essential Hypertension

Suppose a new study finds that the prevalence of hypertension in Americans has changed to 1 in every 4. How might this impact public health strategies compared to the current statistic of 1 in every 3?

• Public health strategies would likely become less aggressive.

• There would be no change in public health strategies.

• Public health strategies might become more targeted to address the reduced prevalence.

• Public health strategies would focus only on genetic factors.

According to the new guideline, what is the blood pressure range for Stage 1 hypertension?

• Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89

• Systolic less than 120/80 mm Hg

• Systolic at least 140 or diastolic at least 90 mm Hg

• Systolic over 180 and/or diastolic over 120

Which of the following best describes a hypertensive crisis according to the new guideline?

• Systolic over 180 and/or diastolic over 120

• Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80

• Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89

• Systolic less than 120/80 mm Hg

What is considered a normal blood pressure according to the new guideline?

• Less than 120/80 mm Hg

• Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80

• Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89

• Systolic at least 140 or diastolic at least 90 mm Hg

A patient has a systolic blood pressure of 125 mm Hg and a diastolic blood pressure of 78 mm Hg. According to the new guideline, which category does this patient fall into?

• Elevated

• Normal

• Stage 1 Hypertension

• Stage 2 Hypertension