Case Study Module 5: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Martinez 11/17/21, 2:14 PM
Case Study Module 5
Due No due date Points 30 Questions 7 Time Limit None
Instructions
For the following Case Study assignment, please read all of the information provided, and then type
out your answers in the text box.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 186 minutes 30 out of 30
Score for this quiz: 30 out of 30
Submitted Nov 16 at 8:36pm
This attempt took 186 minutes.
Question 1 pts
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, Case Study Module 5: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Martinez 11/17/21, 2:14 PM
We have learned a lot about our patient Fred in the previous case
studies. In this case study, we will be examining the impact that diet and
exercise might have on his heart and overall health.
Today is a follow-up visit. Fred has received information concerning his
weight and his diet. As the nurse, you check his vitals and his blood
pressure.
Blood pressure: 160/90
1. Using the blood pressure chart published by the American
Heart Association, would Fred’s blood pressure be considered in
the normal range or high? (1 pt)
What is considered a normal blood pressure? (1 pt)
You are concerned that Fred may have a condition called atrial
fibrillation (A Fib) in addition to his high blood pressure. Explain
this condition to Fred. (1 pt)
_________________________
Your Answer:
A normal BP is considered a systolic pressure of less than 120, and
diastolic pressure of less than 80.
Therefore, your BP is high, and it also shows that you have stage two
hypertension.
I will explained to Fred my concerned of Atrial Fibrillation or( A Fib),
which causes irregular heat rhythm that can lead to blood clots, which
he might have in addition to his hypertension diagnosis.
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Case Study Module 5
Due No due date Points 30 Questions 7 Time Limit None
Instructions
For the following Case Study assignment, please read all of the information provided, and then type
out your answers in the text box.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 186 minutes 30 out of 30
Score for this quiz: 30 out of 30
Submitted Nov 16 at 8:36pm
This attempt took 186 minutes.
Question 1 pts
https://portagelearning.instructure.com/courses/836/quizzes/21815?module_item_id=76789 Page 1 of 13
, Case Study Module 5: Essentials in Nutrition-2021- Martinez 11/17/21, 2:14 PM
We have learned a lot about our patient Fred in the previous case
studies. In this case study, we will be examining the impact that diet and
exercise might have on his heart and overall health.
Today is a follow-up visit. Fred has received information concerning his
weight and his diet. As the nurse, you check his vitals and his blood
pressure.
Blood pressure: 160/90
1. Using the blood pressure chart published by the American
Heart Association, would Fred’s blood pressure be considered in
the normal range or high? (1 pt)
What is considered a normal blood pressure? (1 pt)
You are concerned that Fred may have a condition called atrial
fibrillation (A Fib) in addition to his high blood pressure. Explain
this condition to Fred. (1 pt)
_________________________
Your Answer:
A normal BP is considered a systolic pressure of less than 120, and
diastolic pressure of less than 80.
Therefore, your BP is high, and it also shows that you have stage two
hypertension.
I will explained to Fred my concerned of Atrial Fibrillation or( A Fib),
which causes irregular heat rhythm that can lead to blood clots, which
he might have in addition to his hypertension diagnosis.
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