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Hypertension, FNP 1 Final Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A patient has a blood pressure of 148/92 mmHg on two separate occasions. What is the diagnosis?✔✔Stage 2 hypertension
Which lifestyle change has the greatest impact on lowering blood pressure?✔✔Weight loss
A patient with hypertension should limit sodium intake to how many milligrams per day?✔✔1500 mg
What is the first-line medication for uncomplicated hypertension in most adults?✔✔Thiazide diuretic
In a patient younger than 60, what is the target blood pressure according to current guidelines?✔✔Less than 140/90 mmHg 1 / 3
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Which class of antihypertensive is preferred for a patient with diabetes and microalbuminuria?✔✔ACE inhibitor
A patient with hypertension and chronic kidney disease should avoid which medication class?✔✔Potassium-sparing diuretics
Which organ damage is a common long-term complication of uncontrolled hypertension?✔✔Left ventricular hypertrophy
What is the preferred initial blood pressure management for a pregnant woman with chronic hypertension?✔✔Labetalol
Which physical exam finding may indicate hypertensive retinopathy?✔✔Cotton wool spots
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What is the recommended frequency for rechecking blood pressure in a patient with elevated readings but no diagnosis?✔✔Every 3 to 6 months
A patient with severe hypertension and papilledema is experiencing which condition?✔✔Hypertensive emergency
Which lab test is ordered to check kidney function in a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension?✔✔Serum creatinine
What is the most common secondary cause of hypertension in adults?✔✔Chronic kidney disease
A patient with hypertension and gout should avoid which class of antihypertensives?✔✔Thiazide diuretics
What is the primary mechanism of action of calcium channel blockers in hypertension treatment?
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