FNP 654 Test Questions & Correct Answers

FNP 654 Test Questions & Correct Answers What are the three progression terms for hypertension? - ANSWER Occasional to established to complicated. About what percent of americans have hypertension? how many of that are under control? - ANSWER 29%-about half What is the JNC 8 recommendation for what is considered hypertension? - ANSWER greater than 140/90 or taking an antihypertensive What is the ACC/AHA hypertension stages/ranges? - ANSWER normal 120/80, elevated 120-129 and 80 hypertension stage 1: (130-139) and (80-89). stage 2: 140 and up, 90 and up. What guideline is mainly used for primary care in regards to hypertension? - ANSWER JNC 8 What does it take to diagnose hypertension? - ANSWER Confirm diagnosis on subsequent visit (1-4 weeks later). (if BP is extremely high over 180-can start treatment) Patient education for taking home BP? - ANSWER check it at different times throughout the day and how to properly take a BP What is the difference between primary and secondary hypertension? - ANSWER Primary-essential (develops as a result of environmental or genetic causes) Secondary-has multiple etiologies (renal etc.) What is one important thing to screen for in patients with hypertension? - ANSWER Screen for sleep apnea