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HYPERTENSION –FCP II ACTUAL EXAM
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what is the etiology of primary HTN?


unknown (may be related to overactive SNS, renal
sodium retention, vascular problems, hormonal
problems - RAA system issues)


what is the typical age of onset for primary HTN?


25 to 50




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what are the major causes of secondary HTN?


renal parenchymal disorders, Medications
(NSAIDS, OCPs, steroids, drugs, supplements),
endocrine (thyroid, pheo), OSA, renovascular
disease, coarctation of aorta


what is the typical age of onset of secondary
HTN?


less than 20 or older than 50 (usually outside the
normal range of onset of primary HTN, which is a
red flag for secondary HTN)


discrepancy between UE and LE BP readings can
indicate what cause of secondary HTN?


coarctation of aorta



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hypokalemia can indicate what cause of secondary
HTN?


renal disease


abdominal bruits can indicate what cause of
secondary HTN?


renal artery stenosis (renal vascular disease)




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episodic/varying pressures with tachycardia,
sweating, and tremor can indicate what cause of
secondary HTN?


pheochromocytoma


non-modifiable risk factors for primary HTN


age, race, male sex, family history


modifiable risk factors for primary HTN


smoking, diet (Na+), alcohol, obesity, physical
inactivity


semi-modifiable risk factors for primary HTN


dyslipidemia, DM, personality traits


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