Preventing and Managing Hypertension
Hypertension is a chronic condition affecting many older Australians. Learn about how it occurs so you can support those living with hypertension, and spot the signs so you can help avert a life threatening situation.
Description
Hypertension affects many older Australians. In this set, learners will learn about hypertension, how it affects older Australians, and how they can help support older Australians who have hypertension.
Learning Objective
By the end of this question set, learners will be able to:
- Define hypertension and blood pressure related terms to interpret care plans.
- Recognise the causes and effects of hypertension to determine possible interventions.
- Identify strategies to support older Australians with hypertension to improve their health and wellbeing
Questions
- What is hypertension?
- Blood pressure categories
- Blood pressure readings
- Isolated systolic hypertension
- Primary hypertension
- Secondary hypertension
- White coat hypertension
- Risk factors
- Symptoms of hypertension
- Health risks
- Blood pressure checks
- Caring for those with hypertension
Preventing and Managing Hypertension
Hypertension is a chronic condition affecting many older Australians. Learn about how it occurs so you can support those living with hypertension, and spot the signs so you can help avert a life threatening situation.
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