Comprehensive Update on Hypertension Management

Summary:  This course aims to equip nurses with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective hypertension management while emphasizing the importance of interprofessional collaboration, ethical considerations, and staying abreast of emerging trends in healthcare.

Author:  NIHE Faculty

CE hours:  5 hours

Course Created on:  2/29/24   Course Expires on:  2/29/27

Target Audience:  

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Completion Requirements

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest and Relevant Financial Relationships

Neither National Institute for Healthcare Education nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Course Outline

Module 1  Introduction to Hypertension 

1. Definition and Classification 
2. Epidemiology and Prevalence 
3. Risk Factors and Causes

Module 2 Pathophysiology of Hypertension 

1. Role of Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System (RAAS) 
2. Endothelial Dysfunction 
3. Neurohormonal Regulation

Module 3 Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 

1. Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques 
2. Diagnostic Criteria and Guidelines 
3. Differential Diagnosis

Module 4  Complications of Hypertension 

1. Target Organ Damage (Heart, Brain, Kidneys, Eyes) 
2. Cardiovascular Events (Stroke, Myocardial Infarction) 
3. Renal Impairment

Module 5  Pharmacological Management 

1. Antihypertensive Medications: Classes and Mechanisms of Action 
2. Treatment Guidelines and Evidence-Based Practices 
3. Patient Education and Adherence Strategies

Module 6  Non-Pharmacological Management 

1. Lifestyle Modifications (Diet, Exercise, Stress Reduction) 
2. Weight Management 
3. Smoking Cessation

Module 7  Special Populations and Considerations 

1. Geriatric Patients 
2. Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension 
3. Pediatric Hypertension

Module 8  Nursing Care and Patient Education 

1. Assessing Patient Understanding and Health Literacy 
2. Counseling on Medication Adherence and Side Effects 
3. Promoting Self-Management and Lifestyle Changes

Module 9  Interprofessional Collaboration 

1. Team-Based Approach to Hypertension Management 
2. Role of Nurses in Collaborative Care 
3. Case Studies and Multidisciplinary Decision-Making

Module 10   Emerging Trends and Technologies in Hypertension Management 

1. Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring 
2. Wearable Devices for Blood Pressure Tracking 
3. Artificial Intelligence in Hypertension Prediction and Management

Module 11  Ethical and Legal Considerations 

1. Patient Confidentiality and Data Security 
2. Informed Consent for Treatment 
3. Professional Boundaries in Nurse-Patient Relationship

Module 12  Conclusion and Future Directions 

1. Summary of Key Learning Points 
2. Importance of Ongoing Education and Professional Development 
3. Areas for Further Research and Innovation

Accreditation Statement:  

National Institute for Healthcare Education the parent company of TopNurseCE.com is a CA Board of Registered Nursing CE Provider #13886. In this course we will discuss hypertension.  It will take the average learner 5 hours to complete. 

Learning Objectives  Upon finishing the course, the learner will be proficient enough to confidently articulate and assess their knowledge and skills for the following at a rating of 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale 

1. Understand the pathophysiology of hypertension, including the role of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, endothelial dysfunction, and neurohormonal regulation.
2. Identify the risk factors, causes, and epidemiology of hypertension to effectively assess and manage patients at risk.
3. Utilize evidence-based guidelines and diagnostic criteria to accurately assess and diagnose hypertension in clinical practice.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in pharmacological and non-pharmacological management strategies for hypertension, including medication classes, lifestyle modifications, and patient education.
5. Collaborate effectively with interprofessional healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes in hypertension management.
6. Recognize and address ethical considerations, such as patient confidentiality, informed consent, and professional boundaries, when caring for patients with hypertension.