Resistant Hypertension: Secondary Causes and Emergencies
Recognition and treatment of resistant hypertension in the primary care setting are paramount in preventing future cardiovascular adverse events. Patients diagnosed with resistant hypertension are more likely to have an identifiable, secondary cause compared to those with controlled hypertension which is often treatable. This activity identifies the common causes, treatment approach and current recommendations for those patients with resistant hypertension and hypertensive emergencies when encountered in the primary care setting.
Educational Objectives:
After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:
1. Define resistant hypertension and cite possible causes.
2. Recognize the etiology and treatment approach to renal artery stenosis.
3. Discuss the evaluation of endocrine causes of resistant hypertension including pheochromocytoma and primary hyperaldosteronism.
4. Cite current recommendations for blood pressure management in patients with resistant hypertension and hypertensive emergencies.
Estimated time to complete this activity is 1 hour.
This activity is jointly provided by Your CE Source and eMedEd.