hypertension
Diseases Process
Instructed patient about S/S of hypertension such as: blurred vision, nose bleeds, dizziness, headache, palpitations.
Instructed patient about common risk factors associated with heart disease such as: smoking, family history, hypertension, stress and diet.
Taught that some potential factors of Angina Pectoris are hypertension, obesity and constipation (accompanied by heavy straining), among others.
Taught that hypertension, obesity and a diet high in cholesterol are potential factors of cerebrovascular accident (stroke).
Taught that lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.
Instructed on the importance of avoiding/decreasing sodium intake in order to decrease retention of fluid and the workload of the heart.
Taught that reducing cholesterol and triglycerides help prevent strokes and heart attacks.
Taught that hypertension and congenital heart defects are factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).
Taught that the systolic reading (the top number) represents the pressure exerted on the blood vessel wall when the heart is contracting.
Taught that blood pressure readings for people age 50 or older should not exceed 160/90.