Systolic Hypertension

Overview

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Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Expiration Date

28 Feb 2026

Last Reviewed

1 Mar 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Isolated systolic hypertension is the predominant form of hypertension in the elderly population. Traditionally it has been defined as systolic blood pressure (SBP) above 140 mmHg with diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of less than 90 mmHg. It is estimated that 15 percent of people 60 years old and above have isolated systolic hypertension. Per the 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Blood Pressure Guidelines, however, an SBP of 130 mm Hg is now considered hypertensive at all ages. The new definition of hypertension will lead to an increased number of elderly being diagnosed with high blood pressure. Isolated systolic hypertension remains an important public health concern as chronically untreated high SBP patients carry significant mortality and morbidity. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of isolated systolic hypertension and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and improving care for patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Describe the factors that contribute to systolic hypertension.
  • Review the diagnosis of systolic hypertension.
  • Explain management strategies for systolic hypertension.
  • Summarize the importance of collaboration and coordination among the interprofessional team in optimizing the care of patients with systolic hypertension.

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American Board of Anesthesiology
  • Ambulatory/Outpatient
American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics
  • General Pediatrics

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