Preventing and Managing Hypertension

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.

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

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1. What is hypertension?
2. Blood pressure categories
3. Blood pressure readings
4. Isolated systolic hypertension
5. Primary hypertension
6. Secondary hypertension
7. White coat hypertension
8. Risk factors
9. Symptoms of hypertension
10. Health risks
11. Blood pressure checks
12. Caring for those with hypertension