An introduction to causes, detection and management of hypertension.
This article examines the incidence of hypertension, the importance of early detection and the nurse's role. Lifestyle modification measures and medication are discussed, incorporating national guidelines.
Breen
Jane
J
Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Trust, London. j.breen@rbht.nhs.uk
D000959:Antihypertensive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006293:Health Promotion; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D008019:Life Style; D008297:Male; D008991:Monitoring, Physiologic; D015995:Prevalence; D006113:United Kingdom / Q000453:epidemiology; D015431:Weight Loss
D000959:Antihypertensive Agents