【高血压精品英文课件】HYPERTENSION IN THE INPATIENT SETTING Mechanisms.ppt

HYPERTENSION IN THEINPATIENT SETTINGMechanisms and Pharmacologic Management Learning Objectives Outline the prevalence, pathology, and pathophysiology of hypertension in the inpatient setting. Identify treatment goals and treatment options for the severely hypertensive patient. Discuss the pharmacologic profile and potential benefits of fenoldopam in the treatment of hypertension. Situations Requiring InpatientAntihypertensive Treatment Preexisting Hypertension Primary / Essential Secondary Epidemiology and Relevance At least 45% of hospitalized patients have preexisting hypertension A