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Hypertension
This test is based on the course by Ray Lengel, RN, MSN, CNP
Contact Hours:
2.0
Price:
Free!
Price includes all materials and certificate of completion.
Price includes online testing.
Target audience:
RN's, LPN's and Registered Nurse Practitioners
Difficulty level:
Intermediate
Format:
Homestudy
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Hypertension
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Hypertension
Course Description
This nursing continuing education course provides an overview of hypertension. The course explains the classification of hypertension. It will discuss the risks and complications associated with hypertension and review the treatment options for the hypertensive patient. Lastly, it will explain the nurse's role in the management of patients with hypertension.
Learning Objectives
The participant will be able to identify the incidence of hypertension.
The participant will be able to identify risk factors that are associated with hypertension.
The participant will be able to identify complications of hypertension.
The participant will demonstrate familiarity with lifestyle interventions for the hypertensive patient.
The participant will demonstrate familiarity with medications used to treat hypertension.
Course Outline
Risk Factors
Complications of Hypertension
Definition of Hypertension
Signs and Symptoms
Interventions
Non-pharmacological Interventions
Pharmacological Interventions
Combination therapy
Resistant Hypertension
Nursing Interventions
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